There is an Indian contribution in the shape of in London's [ Images ] successful bid to host the 2012 Olympic Games [ Images ].

Appointed by the British Government to the high-powered 12-member board that led the campaign for the Olympic bid by the British city, the NRI industrialist has been camping in Singapore with Prime Minister Tony Blair [ Images ] and other members for the last three days.

Delighted at the award of the Games to London, which he has made his home since 1967, Lord Paul said, "It's a wonderful feeling, we are all elated."

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