From Paris 2024
to India 2036
French Indian Young Talents Program – Cohort 2025: exclusive interviews, in-depth analysis, and actionable recommendations.
Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco Indienne (CCIFI)
The Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco Indienne(CCIFI) is a bilateral organization fostering economic relations between France and India. Through its Young Talents Program, CCIFI connects emerging professionals with unique opportunities to contribute to Franco-Indian cooperation.
The program enables participants to engage with high-profile projects that strengthen ties between the two nations, leveraging expertise across technology, sports, diplomacy, and sustainable development.
Connecting France & India
Through Sport & Innovation
Our Project
The 2025 cohort focused on a unique challenge: "Supporting the Indian candidature to the Olympics games 2036, based on the successful experience Paris 2024."
11 Expert Interviews
In-depth conversations with Paris 2024 organizers, Indian officials, and professional athletes.
Strategic Analysis
Comprehensive synthesis of key success factors across security, technology, operations, and legacy.
Actionable Recommendations
Practical insights and strategic guidance for India's path to hosting the Olympics.
Meet the Young Talents
Cohort 2025 – 20 professionals from France and India under 35
What We Accomplished
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11 Expert Interviews
Paris 2024 organizers, Indian officials, and athletes
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Multi-Domain Analysis
Security, technology, operations, legacy, and athlete experience
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Strategic Recommendations
Infrastructure, governance, diplomacy, and sustainability
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Comprehensive Report
Full analysis with sources and citations
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Public Platform
Open access to interviews, insights, and resources
Expert Interviews
Covering 15+ unique topics
Paris 2024 Experts
India Stakeholders
Watch Our Presentation
A comprehensive overview of our findings and recommendations
Resources
Download our full report and presentation
Young Talents Report
Version: 2025
Comprehensive analysis and recommendations from 11 expert interviews on organizing major sporting events, with a focus on India's path to 2036.
Young Talents Presentation
Version: 2025
Executive summary and key findings presentation from the French Indian Young Talents Program Cohort 2025.
Expert Interviews
Insights from 11 industry leaders and stakeholders
The main gap is grassroots infrastructure; sport can be a lever for health, education, and social mobility.
India's bid must be national (not only a city), backed by diplomacy and clear infrastructure priorities.
Data helps operations, but adoption is the real challenge; training and visual tools often matter more than dashboards.
Success driven by early preparation, risk/scenario planning, decentralized command structure, and cooperation between St...
Structured support systems plus visibility are key to strengthening para-sport and inclusion.
Keep flexibility, delay major IT decisions as long as possible, avoid selecting technology that becomes obsolete.
Climate, heat, and training conditions strongly affect performance and must be integrated early into host planning.
Success comes from simple processes, clear roles, and continuous coordination—not complex systems.
Sports diplomacy strengthens global image; requires strong diplomatic coordination with international partners.
Long-term performance requires continuous access to infrastructure, coaching, and international exposure.
Social impact was treated as a core project, funding local initiatives alongside national programs.
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