Amid the Ram Navami festivities in Delhi, P.T. Usha was overseeing the relocation of her office to the sixth floor of Olympic Bhawan. She enthusiastically highlighted "the benefits of the increased natural lighting and the uplifting ambience of the new setting".
Usha assumed the presidency of the Indian Olympic Association a year and a half ago, during a turbulent time in Indian sports. And despite the challenges and objections from within the organisation, she has confronted each issue head-on. In an exclusive interview with THE WEEK, she offered insights into the intricacies of Indian sports and detailed the country's preparations for the Paris Olympics. Excerpts:
Q\ What are your aspirations for the Paris Olympics?
A\ This time, the groundwork began several months in advance, ensuring that there is no cause for concern. A sprawling 40,000sqft facility, India House, is being established in Paris with the backing of the Reliance Foundation. All travel and lodging details have been meticulously planned. The renowned sports medicine expert Dr Dinshaw Pardiwala has been appointed as the team's chief medical officer.
This story is from the May 05, 2024 edition of THE WEEK India.
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