Telangana aims for representation in every sport at 2036 Olympics

Telangana has set an Olympic vision to ensure representation in every sport at the 2036 Games. Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan announced the plan at Sports Tech Podium 2025, highlighting Hyderabad’s rise as India’s Sports Tech and Innovation Capital

Hyderabad: Telangana has unveiled an ambitious Olympic dream — to ensure representation in every sport India competes in when the country hosts the 2036 Olympic Games, according to Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary, Government of Telangana.

Speaking at Sports Tech Podium 2025 organised at T-Hub here on Saturday, Jayesh said: “Our Olympic mission was clear right from the drafting of the Telangana Sports Policy. The goal is to produce athletes across all disciplines and ensure Telangana is present in every sport India participates in at the 2036 Olympics.”

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The Sports Tech Podium platform is supported by the Government of Telangana, the Sports Authority of Telangana, leading venture funds, angel networks, universities, and national innovation institutions, strengthening Hyderabad’s emergence as India’s Sports Tech and Innovation Capital.

Startups and investors who participated included Centre Court Capital, LegaXy, Impetus Sports Capital, Hyderabad Angels, TDV Partners, Anthill Ventures, and SucSeed Innovation Fund.

“The Chief Minister himself is a sports enthusiast who has given Telangana’s sports ecosystem unprecedented support. The policy includes everything needed to identify and grow new-age sports talent,” Jayesh said.

The senior official said the Government intended to gradually move away from direct involvement in sports operations, encouraging private sector participation and industry-led growth. “We are even coming up with a dedicated Sports University,” he added.

Jayesh further revealed that during the Telangana Rising Global Summit on December 8–9, a major MoU is expected to be signed between Dubai Sports City and GMR Sports for a large-scale Sports City project in Telangana.

360D Sports, an initiative of INVE Sports Venture LLP, announced the launch of a dedicated Sports Accelerator Sprintx designed to guide sports, wellness, and fitness startups with venture support, investment pathways, and scale-up strategies. Jayesh Ranjan unveiled the logo of the same. It is supported by the Sports Authority of Telangana, Woxsen University, Hyderabad Angels and HNDRD.

Highlighting Hyderabad’s strengths, Jayesh said the city’s advanced ecosystem in life sciences, defence and aerospace, and information technology naturally positions it as a preferred destination for global sports investments. “Infrastructure defines industry growth — we already have a strong foundation to build on,” he stated.

Aditya Reddy, Co-Founder and CEO, Game Point, said the first wave of sports tech in India began at the grassroots level through digital booking platforms, accessible coaching and organised tournaments. “Now, deeper technology is integrating into performance, analytics and broadcasting — even small events get live coverage today,” he said.