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India Eyes 2036 Olympics in Gujarat After 2030 Commonwealth: Jay Shah

  • Jay Shah announced India's ambition to host the 2036 Olympics in Gujarat, following the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
  • The goal is to win 100 medals at the 2036 Olympics, with Gujarat contributing 10, a significant jump from Paris 2024's 8 medals.
  • PM Narendra Modi played a key role in securing the Commonwealth Games for Gujarat, as stated by Shah.
  • Shah expressed confidence in women athletes winning at least two medals and highlighted the rising popularity of women's sports.
  • He also praised the Indian men's cricket team's recent successes in the 2024 T20 World Cup and 2025 Champions Trophy.

Why It Matters: India aims to host the 2036 Olympics in Gujarat, targeting 100 medals, building on PM Modi's efforts.

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