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The opening event of the India House was a memorable and unforgettable affair which started with Nita M Ambani, IOC member and Founder and Chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, lighting a lamp in a traditional Indian ceremony. Pic/News18
This marks the first occasion of India having its own country house at the Olympics
A day after the Paris Olympics began with a glimmering opening ceremony that had the attention of the world, the India House, India’s first-ever country house at the Olympics, had a star-studded opening ceremony that saw some of the country’s most famous names in attendance alongside IOC officials and administrators.
The opening event of the India House was a memorable and unforgettable affair which started with Nita M Ambani, IOC member and Founder and Chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, lighting a lamp in a traditional Indian ceremony that brings auspiciousness and goodwill. Among the dignitaries present at the opening ceremony were Ser Miang NG – IOC Committee member, PT Usha – President of the Indian Olympic Association, Jawed Ashraf- Ambassador of India to France, Jay Shah – Honourary secretary of BCCI, and Abhinav Bindra – Olympic Gold Medallist.
#WATCH | Visuals of the India House inaugurated by International Olympic Committee (IOC) member Nita Ambani and Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha at the Paris Olympics 2024. pic.twitter.com/TqFeJE05Ch— ANI (@ANI) July 27, 2024
The opening ceremony of the India House was headlined by leading Bollywood singer Shaan who had the audience moving, grooving and jiving to his most popular and signature Bollywood tracks that left the crowd wanting more while also getting a true taste of India.
Visitors were welcomed with some pulsating beats of the Dhol, which is synonymous with the sound of India followed by a breathtaking and inspirational display of the traditional Indian sport of Mallakahamb by a group featuring visually impaired kids from Mumbai. The India House will have various exclusive events, including daily programming, curated by the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, as well as panel discussions, celebrations of medal wins, exclusive watch parties and meet and greets with legendary Indian athletes.
India House is situated at the Parc de la Villette in the Park of Nations and will be open to visitors from 11 am to 11 pm local time during the Olympic Games from 27 July- 11 August. Tickets are €5 per person available at: https://tickets.myindiahouse.in/
India House during the Paris Olympics 2024 represents a historic milestone as the first-ever India House in the history of the Olympic Games. This pioneering initiative, conceptualised by Reliance Foundation as part of their partnership with the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), offers an immersive experience in Indian culture, arts, sports, technology, and gastronomy. It provides a unique and comprehensive showcase of India’s rich heritage to the world.
Fans can engage in yoga sessions, cultural workshops, discover traditional Indian crafts, and join in exciting watch parties. Making its global debut, the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) has exclusively curated India-themed experiential programming and entertainment of music and dance, ensuring a vibrant, enriching, and unforgettable showcase of India to the world.
India House is dedicated to fostering a sense of community and national pride, showcasing our sporting ambitions, and making it a must-visit destination during the Paris Olympics 2024.
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