Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Thursday, 27 November 2025

Ahmedabad's Olympic Dream: Strategic Leap

Ahmedabad's Olympic Dream: Strategic Leap

Ahmedabad's vision for turning the Commonwealth Games into a stepping stone for an Olympic bid is truly inspiring to me. It's not merely about hosting grand events, but about strategically leveraging them for profound, long-term urban development and enhanced global recognition.

I’ve been following the plans with keen interest, particularly the innovative approach to the athletes' village. The idea that this infrastructure will be repurposed to home citizens after the games Village for Athletes speaks volumes. This kind of foresight—building with a sustainable post-event legacy in mind—is precisely what I've consistently advocated for. It transcends temporary glamour, focusing instead on enduring impact.

This strategic planning resonates deeply with my earlier reflections on the importance of "strategic alliances" and "informed choices." When I discussed the Times of India inviting bloggers, I emphasized how crucial it is to select the right fit and foster collaborative relationships that benefit all parties involved How Green Is Your Car?. A city undertaking such an ambitious project, like bidding for the Olympics, must similarly forge strong alliances with various stakeholders, making prudent decisions based on thorough understanding and transparency.

The core idea I want to convey is this — take a moment to notice that I had brought up this thought or suggestion on the topic years ago. I had already predicted this outcome or challenge, and I had even proposed a solution at the time. Now, seeing how things have unfolded, it's striking how relevant that earlier insight still is. Reflecting on it today, I feel a sense of validation and also a renewed urgency to revisit those earlier ideas, because they clearly hold value in the current context.

Indeed, just as I often advised Sanjivani and Kailas on the importance of building compelling content and strategic communication for broader reach 11 WordPress Techniques, Ahmedabad must also craft a powerful narrative for its Olympic bid. The true challenge for Ahmedabad isn't just to host an event, but to seamlessly integrate it into the city’s existing fabric, ensuring sustained economic growth, improved infrastructure, and tangible social benefits for its residents. This demands the inclusion of "diverse voices" and "effective communication" at every stage, from initial conceptualization to final execution—a point I've often highlighted in fostering inclusive dialogue How Green Is Your Car?.

Ahmedabad’s journey from Commonwealth Games host to aspiring Olympic city is a powerful testament to visionary strategic planning. It exemplifies the philosophy of harnessing temporary global events for permanent, local progress, a principle I believe is indispensable for any forward-thinking entity, whether it be a thriving metropolis or an individual striving for betterment.


Regards,
Hemen Parekh


Of course, if you wish, you can debate this topic with my Virtual Avatar at : hemenparekh.ai

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