Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set an ambitious goal for India: to host the Olympics in 2036. During his Independence Day speech on Thursday, PM Modi announced that preparations are already underway for this grand event.
India’s Olympic aspirations are not unfounded. The country has proven its ability to host major international events, such as the G20 Summit. PM Modi expressed confidence that India has the infrastructure and capabilities to successfully organize the Olympics.
The Prime Minister congratulated the Indian athletes who represented the nation at the recently concluded Paris Olympics 2024. He also extended his best wishes to the contingent of athletes traveling to the upcoming Paralympics.
India’s Paralympic team is expected to continue the country’s impressive performance in the Games. At the Tokyo Paralympics, India won 19 medals, while at the Para Asian Games, the team secured a historic 111 medals.
For the Paris Paralympics, India has fielded its largest-ever contingent of 84 athletes. They will compete in 12 sports, including archery, athletics, badminton, canoeing, cycling, blind judo, powerlifting, rowing, shooting, swimming, table tennis, and taekwondo.
PM Modi’s announcement has been met with enthusiasm by sports enthusiasts and the general public. India’s hosting of the Olympics would be a significant milestone in the country’s sporting history and a testament to its growing global stature.
The allotment of hosting rights for the Summer Games is a rigorous process conducted by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). India will need to submit a detailed bid and undergo a thorough evaluation by the IOC’s Future Host Commission.
If India’s bid is successful, it will be the first time the country has hosted the Olympics. The event would provide a major boost to India’s sports infrastructure and inspire a new generation of athletes.
