Ahmedabad to host Commonwealth Games in 2030, Indian PM confirms

Overview

• India is set to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030 for the first time since 2010, when New Delhi hosted it
• The news has been confirmed by the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, himself, with his social media post
• During the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) General Assembly in Glasgow, the official announcement was made

India is set to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030 for the first time since 2010, when New Delhi hosted it. The news has been confirmed by the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, himself, with his social media post. During the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) General Assembly in Glasgow, the official announcement was made.

"Delighted that India has won the bid to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games 2030! Congratulations to the people of India and the sporting ecosystem. It is our collective commitment and spirit of sportsmanship that has placed India firmly on the global sporting map. With the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, we are eager to celebrate these historic games with great enthusiasm. We look forward to welcoming the world!" Narendra Modi wrote on X.

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"The decision confirms that the world’s most populous nation will stage the landmark edition of the Games, after delegates of the 74 Commonwealth member nations and territories ratified India’s bid at the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow," CGF's statement claimed.

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A laser show was arranged to celebrate the event, as India will be hosting a major non-cricket event for the first time since 2010. Given India's ambition towards hosting the Olympics, the tournament might act as a stepping stone towards it, especially as Ahmedabad is likely to be the candidate to host it.

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"BIG SPORTS MOMENT FOR INDIA! Bharat secures hosting rights for the Commonwealth Games 2030, marking a historic leap in India’s global sporting journey. With world-class infrastructure, rising athlete power, and proven hosting capability, India is ready to welcome the world once again. A new chapter of global sports begins," Doordarshan India posted on X.