New Delhi, India, June 4, 2021: The Indian Olympic Association launched the official kits for the Tokyo Olympic Games in the presence of Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju, IOA President Dr. Narinder Dhruv Batra and Secretary-General Mr. Rajeev Mehta on Thursday, June 3, reports India Today.
The official styling partner Raymond will deliver the ceremonial kits, and the official sports apparel partner Li-Ning will supply the sports attire, including the travel and playing kits for the athletes heading to Tokyo.
Li-Ning designed the official sports kit inspired by India’s national colours and integrated unique graphics to emote the energy and pride of the Indian Olympic Team.
The designs were curated by the Indian Olympic Association with a helping hand and support from designer Ms. Iditri Goel.
Gracing the ceremony as the Chief Guest, Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju said: “We are just 50 days away from the Tokyo Olympic Games. Now, every day, every second counts. The launch of the official kit of the Indian Olympic team is an important aspect and it is very significant that it is being launched on this day.
"I am happy to say that our athletes are well prepared for the biggest sporting event and, as our Honourable Prime Minister has said, the entire country must rally behind our athletes so that they are motivated to give their best at Tokyo. I urge every Indian to cheer for the Indian squad.”
The IOA President congratulated all the athletes who had earned a place at the Tokyo Olympic Games and expressed his confidence that the Indian athletes would make the nation proud as they shine and fly the tricolour high at the Tokyo Games.
Offering a vote of thanks at the event, IOA Secretary General Rajeev Mehta said: “I’m grateful to Shri Kiren Rijiju ji for unveiling the ceremonial and playing apparel of Team India heading to the Tokyo Olympic Games next month. The unveiling of the sports kits for Team India coincides with the Remembrance Day of the visionary first President of the Indian Olympic Association - Sir Dorabji Tata.”