The International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirms that India and Qatar are among seven nations that want to host the 2036 Summer Olympics. The IOC confirms the bidders on Tuesday, as preparations for the host selection process move forward.
Outlets report that the IOC plans to decide the host in 2029 through a vote involving its membership, described as numbering more than 100. Multiple sources say India’s bid is centered on Ahmedabad, which it points to as a venue with experience from hosting major events such as the Commonwealth Games in 2030. Other reporting also places South Korea, Germany and South Africa among the additional countries in the running, alongside Qatar and India.
While coverage largely aligns on the list of confirmed bidders and the 2029 vote timeline, outlets differ mainly in emphasis. Some highlight India and Qatar as particularly prominent candidates, while others broaden the focus to the overall field and the role of past or upcoming event-hosting experience in shaping each proposal.
