India Eyes 2036 Olympics: A Quest for Opportunity and Feasibility

In a bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games, a high-profile Indian delegation met with officials from the International Olympic Committee. The group, led by IOA President P T Usha and Gujarat's Minister of State for Sports Harsh Sanghavi, sought to assess the feasibility and potential impacts of hosting the event.

Despite the IOC's temporary pause on the host selection process, the Indian delegation aimed to position themselves as strong contenders by stressing their commitment and vision for the games. The meeting underscored India's resolve to host a future Olympic edition.

The delegation articulated their ambition to engage with the Olympic Movement, emphasizing the broader benefits of promoting peace, education, and cultural exchange through sports. Gujarat's dedication to infrastructure and sports investment is seen as pivotal to the success of this bid.

(With inputs from agencies.)