Chennai Metro Rail Phase II:<\/b> Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India is moving forward with the dream of hosting the 2036 Olympic Games, expressing confidence that the country\u2019s youth would take Indian sports to new heights as the nation prepares to host major international sporting events.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Addressing the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Jaigopal Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya, PM Modi said hosting the world\u2019s biggest sporting events in India would provide young athletes with a platform, better facilities and the support needed to pursue their ambitions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIndia is preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. We are also moving forward with the dream of hosting the 2036 Olympics,\u201d PM Modi said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIn the coming years, when the world\u2019s biggest sports events will be held in India, the youth of India will have a platform, potential and support,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
PM Modi said the opportunities for young people in sports were expanding as the country developed new facilities and strengthened training and support systems for athletes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cEvery youngster has their own unique dreams and talents. For example, I am sure there are many of you who want to make sports their career. This is why the country is ensuring that sports should not be limited to entertainment only,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
PM Modi said young players were receiving better training and support, while India\u2019s position in international sports was also improving.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt means the opportunities are endless. I am confident that your generation will take India to new heights in the world of sports,\u201d PM Modi said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India is among seven interested parties currently in dialogue with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) over hosting the 2036 Olympic Games. The other interested parties are Germany, Hungary, Qatar, the Republic of Korea, South Africa and T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India formally expressed its interest in hosting the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games by submitting a Letter of Intent to the IOC\u2019s Future Host Commission on October 1, 2024.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The IOC has outlined a multi-stage selection process, with its Executive Board expected to shortlist interested parties for the next stage by March 2027. The host is scheduled to be elected by IOC members in mid-2029.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India is also preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, which will provide the country with another opportunity to stage a major international sporting event.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The IOC has outlined a multi-stage selection process, with its Executive Board expected to shortlist interested parties for the next stage by March 2027. The host is scheduled to be elected by IOC members in mid-2029.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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