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Delhi Reaffirms Readiness to Host 2036 Olympics

With a formal letter of intent filed to the IOC, the government is ramping up sports infrastructure and athlete programs ahead of a decision expected after 2026.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and Union minister Mansukh Mandivya during the Olympic Day run on Sunday. (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo)
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Nation prepared to host 2036 Olympic Games: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta (Photo: IANS/X/@CMODelhi)
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Overview

  • At the Olympic Day Run on June 22, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta declared Delhi fully prepared to organise the 2036 Games if the bid is successful.
  • The Indian Olympic Association has officially submitted its letter of intent to the International Olympic Committee.
  • Authorities plan to establish six Khelo India Centres across Delhi and upgrade facilities under Prime Minister Modi’s sports development push.
  • Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya led the Fit India Sunday on Cycle campaign to promote fitness and environmental awareness.
  • India competes with Qatar and Saudi Arabia for the 2036 hosting rights, with the IOC set to announce its decision after 2026.