Nita Ambani Re-elected Unanimously to IOC Ahead of Paris Olympics
Indian sports administrator Nita Ambani has been re-elected unanimously as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) ahead of the Paris Olympics. Her re-election signifies India's growing influence in global sports. As the founder of Reliance Foundation, she continues to drive various initiatives in sports, education, and health.
Indian sports administrator Nita Ambani has been unanimously re-elected to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) ahead of the Paris Olympics. Ambani received 100% of the votes at the 142nd IOC session, marking a significant milestone for India in global sports.
Ambani expressed her gratitude towards IOC President Thomas Bach and her colleagues, stating, 'This re-election is not just a personal milestone but also a recognition of India's growing influence in the global sporting arena.' Ambani, appointed in 2016, has championed India's sporting ambitions and Olympic vision.
As founder and chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, Ambani aims to empower Indians through resources and opportunities in various sectors including sports, education, and health. Recently, the Reliance Foundation opened the first-ever India House at the Paris Olympics, reinforcing India's ambitions to become a dominant force in global sports.
(With inputs from agencies.)