IOA submits LOI for 2036 Olympics, IOC to decide in mid-2029
The question asked whether the Government had submitted a Letter of Intent to host the 2036 Olympic Games and sought details on the status of India's bid, timeline for IOC decision, and related matters. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports provided the answer.
Thiru Thanga Tamilselvan, Dr. Ganapathy Rajkumar P (asked); Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (answered)
- Indian Olympic Association (IOA) issued Letter of Intent (LOI) on 01.10.2024 to IOC for 2036 Games
- India is in Continuous Dialogue stage with IOC for feasibility assessment
- IOC Session in mid-2029 expected to decide on host
- IOC decisions on 2028 Games are independent; no information available on cash incentives/prize money
- Participation in 2028 Games depends on qualification pathways; no definitive assessment possible
- Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) under Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) provides financial assistance for athlete preparation
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Parliamentary Q&A
27.07.2026
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Document details
| Official title | Bid for Hosting the 2036 Olympic Games |
| Source body | Parliament of India — Questions & Answers (Lok Sabha, starred) |
| Reference number | LS Q107 (Session 8) |
| Status | closed (question) |
| Year | 27.0 |
| Closing date | — |
| Documents | 1 |