Olympics 2036 in Ahmedabad - How is the josh?

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) officially submitted a Letter of Intent to the Future Host Commission of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), formally expressing India's interest in hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2036.

Gujarat is actively preparing to host the 2036 Summer Olympics, with Ahmedabad as the potential host city. Key projects and developments include:

  1. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave:
    • A 236-acre complex to be built next to Narendra Modi Stadium.
    • Estimated cost: Rs 6,000 crore.
    • Will accommodate 20 Olympic sports disciplines.
  2. Naranpura Sports Complex:
    • A 20.39-acre complex.
    • Estimated cost: Rs 631.77 crore.
    • Will host multiple sporting events.
  3. Manipur-Godhavi Olympics Village:
    • A 200-acre village and training center on the western outskirts of Ahmedabad.
  4. Sabarmati Riverfront Phase 3:
    • Land adjacent to the riverfront will be utilized for Olympic infrastructure.
  5. Karai Police Academy:
    • Will be developed to host Olympic and other international sporting events.
    • Will provide world-class facilities for police training.
  6. Metro Rail Expansion:
    • The metro rail network will be extended to the eastern and southern parts of the city.
    • Feeder buses will be introduced to connect western areas to main junctions.

Gujarat's ambitious infrastructure projects demonstrate its commitment to hosting the event. The state's strategic planning and significant investments position it as a strong contender for the prestigious sporting event.

In my point of view, there are many financial implications and expenses of hosting Olympics, if we look at the past data. However on the positive side, Ahmedabad is going to get world class sporting infrastructure, much much needed since long time. It's definitely going to motivate and uplift people who wants to pursue their career in sports (doesn't mean only sport, all things related to sports like facilities, clothing, instruments, events management, entertainment, fitness, supplements and many more). Overall this is going to benefit people, provided that it's implemented with greatest quality and honesty.

So how's the josh?