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DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday sought the support of
International Olympic Committee (IOC) in making India a hub of sports
infrastructure and sports equipment manufacturing as its president
Thomas Bach met him here.
During the meeting, Meodi said sports
is essential for any country to inculcate sportsman spirit among its
citizens, which serves as a strong bond for the society.
Noting
concern over the rising trend of conflict, civil war and terrorism
around the world, they agreed that sports is a powerful unifying force
that can unite humanity and society.
Modi said India is the world's youngst country, and has the maximum potential for growth of sports, a PMO statement said.
"The Prime Minister sought the IOC President's support in making India a
hub of sports infrastructure, sports technology, and sports equipment
manufacturing," it added.
Modi spoke of India's humanitarian
approach in dealing with recent tragic incidents in the neighbourhood,
including the earthquake in Nepal.
He also mentioned how India had assisted in the evacuation of citizens of 48 countries, including Yemen. -TOI
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