Paris Olympics: "The Rings of Desire"

 Around 15000 athletes from 206 countries will compete in the Paris Olympics of 2024, which gets underway today. After a 100-year absence, the games are returning to France. 1924 saw France host the Summer Olympics. Being reorganized after a century makes this a historic time, particularly for France. The fact that France has been actively combating riots, violence, and protests over the past few years makes it extremely relevant as well. To ensure that this international event is successful, France will likewise need to maintain heightened security.

The "Rings of Desire and Aspirations" are what the Paris Olympics and the five rings represent. Every participating nation is really eager to have their names associated with medals. Sportspeople have dedicated a great deal of time and effort over the years. They want to win, which is understandable for anyone involved in sports.

The Rings are "The Rings of Desire," as I have stated. We want equality and peace to prevail everywhere. The message the rings symbolically convey is to work together for opportunity and peace for all people, regardless of ethnicity or religion. The world is currently experiencing a state of tension and crisis due to acts of terrorism and conflict. Hence, every nation must cooperate and put up great effort if it hopes to bring about world peace.

The message the rings are conveying to us is that in order to counteract the effects of climate change, we must all think creatively and act quickly. We hope that global efforts will be made toward sustainable development. The theme of debates, conferences, seminars, and meetings shouldn't be this one; instead, worldwide activities are what can rescue this planet. Since there are no other planets for humanity to exist on, the world must now take real action.

The idea that international cooperation is currently necessary to forge relationships and develop international policy is another message the Rings are trying to get over to us. In addition to symbolizing the five continents, the Five Rings also stand for acceptance, equality, justice, respect for one another, cross-cultural interchange, and global solidarity.

The rings are the rings of sportsmanship, where we can advance together by sharing knowledge and skills. It also teaches us to understand that failure and achievement are inevitable aspects of life. Achievement and failure are not definitive; what matters is the bravery to carry on.

I wish the best for each and every competitor as well as for Mr. Macron, the president of France, and a good Olympics!

 Jai Hind!

Harsh Pargat

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