Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony Highlights: PV Sindhu, Sharath Kamal lead India in parade

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The Paris Olympics 2024 will take place from 26 July to 11 August. Paris will witness some of the best athletes from various disciplines representing their nations. It is the most competitive and prestigious multi-sport event that attracts crowds and digital viewership from across the globe.

The Summer Olympics is set to take place for a third time in Paris, with the French capital set to become only the second city after London to host the world’s biggest sporting event thrice.

Though events will start as early as 24 July, the opening ceremony is scheduled for the 26th. Despite Paris being the host city, events will take place in other cities and regions across France with surfing scheduled to take place thousands of kilometers away in the southern Pacific Ocean.

The Opening Ceremony proceedings will include an artistic program, representing the culture of the host country and city, the parade of athletes and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron. The Games will be formally opened by the president of France, Emmanuel Macron.

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony:

When will Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony take Place?

The opening ceremony for Paris Olympics will take place on July 26 (Friday).

What time will Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony take place (IST)?

The 2024 Paris Olympics is scheduled to begin at 11 PM IST.

Where will the Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony take place?

The Olympics Opening Ceremony will take place along the Seine River in Paris. Athletes will parade on boats along a 6-kilometer route starting from the Pont d’Austerlitz and ending at the Trocadéro, near the Eiffel Tower.

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What is unique about Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony?

For the first time in the history of the Olympic Summer Games, the Opening Ceremony will not take place in a stadium. Paris 2024 is set to break new grounds by bringing sports into the city and the same will be true for the Opening Ceremony, set to be held in the heart of the city along its main artery: the Seine.

This innovative approach to the Summer Games opening ceremony will distinctively honor French culture and history.

All you need to know about Paris Olympics mascot

Olympic Phryge is the mascot for the Paris Olympics 2024. The design highlights the vibrant hues of the French flag: blue, white, and red. The mascot is based on a traditional Phrygian cap which is a symbol of freedom in France.

Who will be India’s flag bearers at the Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony?

India’s flag bearers for the Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony will be badminton icon PV Sindhu and accomplished table tennis star Sharath Kamal.

PV Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medallist, earned a silver medal at the Rio 2016 Olympics and a bronze at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Sharath Kamal, a veteran table tennis player, has had a remarkable career with 13 Commonwealth Games medals and numerous international accolades.

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Who will perform at Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony?

More than 3,000 artists are expected to take part in the Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony, with specific details kept under wraps. Instead of using a traditional stadium setting, the ceremonies will integrate diverse urban landscapes across the city.

The head of dance choreography Maud Le Pladec suggested, “We plan to include dancers on nearly every bridge in Paris.” The Paris 2024 Organising Committee has enlisted acclaimed theatre actor and director Thomas Jolly to oversee the proceedings.

Where and how to watch Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony?

The 2024 Paris Olympics will be broadcast on Sports18 and Jio Cinema in India. Sports18 handles the duties as the mainstream broadcaster of the Olympic Games in India, while Jio Cinema will provide live streaming of the competition, free of cost with commentary feeds in multiple languages like English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

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