India’s Ambitious Bid for the 2036 Olympics: PM Modi Seeks Inputs from Paris-Bound Athletes

In a recent interaction with athletes headed to the Paris Olympics, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed India’s aspiration to host the 2036 Olympics. Modi emphasized the importance of gaining valuable insights from the athletes’ experiences in Paris to bolster India’s bid.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya and Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha poses for a group photo with the Indian contingent heading for the upcoming Paris Olympics.

Seeking Insights from Paris

During the session, which was held both in person and online, PM Modi highlighted the significant role these athletes could play in preparing India for hosting the Olympics. He encouraged them to observe the arrangements and provide feedback that could enhance India’s preparations.

“We are hoping to host the Olympics in 2036. It will help in creating a sporting atmosphere. Work is in progress to prepare infrastructure for it,” said Modi. He emphasized that while he did not want to distract them during their events, he hoped they would take note of the organization and logistics whenever possible. “Your inputs will help our bid for 2036. We will have an understanding on how to make sure that we are better-prepared,” he added.

The Path to 2036

Modi’s interaction included members of the national men’s hockey team, the shooting contingent, boxers, and track-and-field stars like Neeraj Chopra. The Prime Minister’s engagement with these athletes underscores the importance of their role in shaping India’s Olympic ambitions.

Encouragement and Support

Following the event, Modi shared his optimism on social media, stating, “Interacted with our contingent heading to Paris for the Olympics. I am confident our athletes will give their best and make India proud. Their life journeys and success inspire hope for 1.4 billion Indians.”

The Paris Olympics, scheduled from July 26 to August 11, will see over 100 Indian sportspersons, including an unprecedented 21 shooters. The contingent aims to surpass India’s best-ever tally of seven medals, achieved at the Tokyo Games, which included Neeraj Chopra’s historic gold in javelin throw.

A Memorable Interaction

On Friday morning, PM Modi posted a video of the interaction, captioning it, “A memorable interaction with our contingent for Paris Olympics. Let us all #Cheer4Bharat.” His message resonates with the collective hope and enthusiasm of a nation aspiring for Olympic glory.

As India prepares for its ambitious bid to host the 2036 Olympics, the insights and experiences of its athletes in Paris will be invaluable in shaping the future of sports in the country.