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India has submitted a 'Letter of Intent', expressing its desire to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, to the International Olympic Committee's Future Host Commission, taking the first concrete step in an ambitious plan after months of informal dialogue with the IOC. The letter was submitted by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on October 1, according to a source in the sports ministry. "This monumental opportunity could bring substantial benefits, fostering economic growth, social progress, and youth empowerment across the country," the source added. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had first talked about his government's aspiration to host the 2036 Olympics last year. A decision on the host will not be taken before the IOC elections next year and India will also have to face compe...

NEW DELHI: Randhir Singh, a prominent figure in Indian sports administration and a former international shooter, has urged the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to prioritize sending their strongest cricket teams to the Asian Games. He believes that this move is crucial for elevating cricket's stature within Asia and on the global stage."Till now, they (BCCI) only send the 'B' team, which is a counter-bullet for them because you cannot popularise a sport (globally) if you are not strong in your continent.You cannot expect Europe or somebody else or South America to include cricket in their continental game," Randhir, the 77-year-old former member of the International Olympic Council and ex-secretary general of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), told PTI."So I was very keen......

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India Officially Bids To Host 2036 Olympics: ‘Letter of Intent’ Submitted To IOC

Makes sense to send best cricket side to Asian Games to popularise sport globally: Randhir Singh | Cricket News – Times of India