PM confirms India’s bid to host 2036 Olympics

PM confirms India’s bid to host 2036 Olympics

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 141st International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai. The event marked a significant moment in India’s sporting history, with PM Modi expressing India’s eagerness to host the Olympics and Youth Olympics in the coming years.
• PM Modi was warmly welcomed by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy CMs Ajit Pawar and Devendra Fadnavis, showcasing the unity and enthusiasm of the Indian state governments for the event.
• In a proactive move, PM Modi extended an invitation to host the 2029 Youth Olympics, showcasing India’s readiness to contribute significantly to the global sports arena.
• India’s pride in hosting the IOC Session for the second time, after a gap of 40 years, was underscored.
• The historical context was mentioned, with the previous session held in New Delhi in 1983. This event marked a significant milestone in India’s sports diplomacy.

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Published date : 16 Oct 2023 03:57PM