India, Jan. 29 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the government is making a strong push to bring the 2036 Olympics to India.

In his address at the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium here, Modi said hosting Olympics will not only improve sports facilities but fuel growth in sectors like construction, transport and tourism.

"The way our athletes aim for bigger goals, India is also moving forward with a great resolution. India is making a strong push to host the 2036 Olympics. When Olympics will happen in India, it will take India's sport to new heights," Modi said while inaugurating the Games.

"Olympics is not only about organising Games. Across the world where...