India aims to host 2036 Olympics, 2030 Commonwealth Games, says spokesperson

Addressing the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium on the occasion of former President APJ Abdul Kalam’s birth anniversary, the speaker praised Indian athletes for their historic performance in the Asian Games. Emphasizing national pride, the speech noted that out of 85 medals, 38 were won by female athletes, including eleven gold. Historical milestones were highlighted, including the women’s hockey team breaking a 44-year gold medal streak, victories in cricket, kabaddi, archery, shooting, boxing, wrestling, sailing, soft tennis and mixed martial arts. Key government initiatives such as Target Olympic Podium Scheme, Khelo India and large-scale development of sports infrastructure were outlined along with increased monthly allowances and support for international coaching. The speaker emphasized that young athletes between the ages of fifteen and seventeen showed extraordinary promise, and drew attention to plans to identify talent in children between the ages of five and fifteen. Affirming national goals, the speech declared ambitions to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030 and the Olympic Games in 2036, while promoting a global sports hub.