Jonathan Sinivassane
Board Director, Paris FC; Founder, Sonali Advisory
Overview
Jonathan Sinivassane brings valuable perspective as Board Director, Paris FC; Founder at Sonali Advisory. In this interview, conducted as part of the CCIFI Young Talents Program 2025, Jonathan shares insights on diplomacy, infrastructure, national mobilisation. The conversation highlights key learnings from Paris 2024 and their relevance to India's potential Olympic bid for 2036.
Key Insight
“India's bid must be national (not only a city), backed by diplomacy and clear infrastructure priorities.”
Highlights
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India's bid must be national (not only a city), backed by diplomacy and clear infrastructure priorities.
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Emphasizes that hosting requires a unified national vision, not just city-level planning.
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Highlights the importance of clear infrastructure roadmaps and diplomatic backing for successful bids.
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