The Modi government has launched various noteworthy programs to promote yoga, fitness, health, and sports, which have received great praise. While these attempts to improve India’s worldwide position are commendable, I do not share the government’s enthusiasm about seeking to host the Olympics in 2036.
Hosting the Olympics has always been a source of great national pride, as well as an opportunity to showcase one’s country to the rest of the world. Many countries would actively strive to win the bid. However, the global scene has changed, and the economics of hosting the Olympics have grown increasingly unprofitable and unsustainable. There are various reasons why India should reevaluate its goals.
At its core, organizing the Olympics should aim to balance revenue and costs. However, revenue is typically insufficient, while costs soar as countries overspend—often by a large