India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the announcement to host the 2036 Olympics during the opening ceremony of the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) 141st Session on October 14 in Mumbai.
For the first time in 40 years, the IOC session will be held in India. In 1983, New Delhi played host to an International Olympic Committee meeting.
"Indians are very excited about hosting the Olympics Games. India will leave no stone unturned in organising the 2036 Olympics," said PM Modi during his address to the IOC Session delegation.
"This is a dream of 140 crore Indians. We want to fulfil this dream with your support. We are willing to host the 2029 Youth Olympics. I am sure India will get constant support from IOC," PM Modi added.
PM Modi also emphasised the value of sports in India.
"The spirit of sports is universal," said PM Modi. "There are no losers, there are only winners and learners in sports. Sports empower humanity. Whoever breaks records, everyone welcomes it," he added.
Nita Ambani has credited Prime Minister Modi with helping India become a sporting power.
In her introductory remarks, Nita Ambani, a member of the International Olympic Committee and the Founder Chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, thanked PM Modi for his efforts to elevate India's sporting reputation. The member said, "Under the leadership of the PM, the country has advanced to become a dominant force in sports."
Nita Ambani said, "Respected Prime Minister, we are filled with immense joy and gratitude that you have joined us today. You are the leader of the world's largest democracy, the Architect of New India. Your support to sport has made this session in India a reality."
Ambani remarked, "It is an absolute honor for us to host this historic IOC Session in India after 40 years, and in Mumbai for the first time ever!" in welcoming IOC President Thomas Bach and the IOC delegates. Our Mumbai, or Aamchi Mumbai, is happy to have you.
"One is the Olympic Movement, which brings people together across all boundaries of language, culture, and geography. India, the largest democracy in the world, is hosting this conference, she said.
Ambani also lauded the country's athletes for their outstanding performance at the 2023 Asian Games, saying, "Our young girls and boys are exhibiting incredible talent in diverse sporting arenas around the world." They most recently excelled at the Asian Games in China, to everyone's delight. The majority of them hail from modest beginnings. We still have a few of them among us. Give them a huge ovation for their efforts.
Thomas Bach applauds India for making strides in sports.
IOC President Thomas Bach mentioned India's rising prominence in the sports world during his presentation to the assembly.
"India is an invigorating place," Bach remarked. The Indian Olympic Association has a lot to be pleased with after these Asian Games. According to Bach, the Paris Olympics in 2024 will be the last to be held in a time before artificial intelligence was widely available.
On October 15-17, Mumbai will host the 141st session of the IOC.
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