The Olympic Games, occurring every four years, serve as a global celebration of sport. This year marks the Summer Olympics in Paris, a historic event being hosted in the city for the third time in modern Olympic history. In light of this, the French Institute is proudly sponsoring multiple sport-related events across India.husiasts with real-time updates and an immersive viewing experience.
During the Olympics from July 26th to August 11th, the Alliances françaises of India will become vibrant fan zones, where you can watch the competitions and cheer for Indian athletes. Enjoy screenings of French sports films and explore various sports-themed exhibitions.
Join us at your nearest Alliance française to soak in the lively atmosphere, participate in sports activities, and experience French culture from a unique perspective.
Sporting activities are being coordinated not only by the Alliance française network but also by French schools throughout India. A diverse array of initiation sessions and competitions are being hosted across our Indian network. Notably, students from Lycée français international de Delhi engaged in a discovery workshop on March 14th to commemorate the inclusion of breakdancing as an Olympic sport.
The practice of sport plays a pivotal role in advancing equality and human rights. This commitment to inclusivity is a central theme in the sport events organized by the French Institute and its esteemed partners. In support of universal access to sports, French-learning students from all corners of India participated in an IFI-organized video-making contest addressing inclusivity in sports.
The Swiss Compagnie Etéya tours India to play the Battue la Terre show, a theatrical performance on a tennis court.