Nita Ambani Declares India Ready to Host 'Most Sustainable' 2036 Olympics

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India is preparing to bid for the 2036 Olympics, with the ambition of hosting a sustainable and environmentally friendly edition of the prestigious event.

Nita Ambani, Founder-Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, emphasized the significance of India hosting the Games, asserting that the country has the potential to deliver the "greenest Olympics ever."

Speaking at the Annual India Conference at Harvard University in Boston, Ambani highlighted India's economic standing and the need to host the Olympics.

"I believe that India must have the Olympics. We are going to be the third-largest economy in the world. If you look at the 10 largest economies of the world, nine countries have hosted the Olympics, but only India has not. So I find that really odd. We would wish to see the Olympics being hosted in our country. It will be our pride to host that. So that is the reason, I think the Prime Minister also mentioned that India will bid for the 2036 Olympics," she stated.

She further elaborated on India's plans for a sustainable Games, emphasizing the use of existing infrastructure. "I think we are planning to host a sustainable Olympics where we are planning to refurbish, reuse our existing stadiums and existing campuses. If we bid for it and get it, I assure you that we'll be the greenest Olympics ever...I think India is at the right time now to host the Olympics," she added.

Her remarks came shortly after Home Minister Amit Shah reaffirmed India's readiness to host the global sporting event. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 38th National Games, Shah stated, "I can say it today that India has a very bright future in sports. We are ready to host the Olympics in 2036."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also expressed strong support for India's Olympic aspirations. During the inauguration of the National Games, he reiterated his government's commitment to securing the hosting rights for 2036. "We are pushing for hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, it will take Indian sports to new heights," Modi declared.

Highlighting the broader impact of the Games, Modi noted, "Olympics is not just a sporting event. Wherever Olympics happen, all sectors gain. It creates better facilities for athletes. It spurs construction, creates new connectivity, transport facilities and most important of all, boosts tourism. People from all over the world, including the athletes, will come down to India."

With strong endorsements from key leaders and a vision for sustainability, India is gearing up to present its case to the International Olympic Committee, aiming to bring the world's biggest sporting spectacle to its shores in 2036.