India sends letter of intent for hosting 2036 Olympics: Sources
In a significant step towards India's vision of becoming a sports powerhouse, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has formally sent a Letter of Intent to the Future Host Commission, International Olympic Committee (IOC), on October 1, expressing India's interest to host the Olympics and Paralympics Games in 2036, sources told IANS.
"Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in India in 2036 has taken a significant step forward," sources said.
"This monumental opportunity could bring substantial benefits, fostering economic growth, social progress, and youth empowerment across the country," sources added.
Modi on multiple occasions expressed India's interest in hosting the 2036 Olympics and Paralympics. In an interaction with the Paris Olympics athletes on the Independence Day celebrations at his residence in New Delhi, the PM asked them to give their inputs for the preparations of hosting the quadrennial extravaganza in 2036.
"India is preparing to host the 2036 Olympics. In this regard, the input from athletes who have played in previous Olympics is very important. You all must have observed and experienced many things. We want to document this and share it with the government so that we don't miss out on any small details in the preparation for 2036," Modi said.
In last year's 141st IOC Session in Mumbai, PM Modi confirmed India's interest in hosting the Olympic Games in 2036, claiming that 140 crore Indians are committed to staging the Games.
"We will leave no stone unturned to organise the Olympics on Indian soil in 2036. This is the age-old dream and aspiration of 140 crore Indians. This dream has to be built with your cooperation and support," he said.
