A Landmark Achievement for Indian Sports
In a momentous decision that has filled the nation with pride, the Commonwealth Sport organization has officially awarded the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games to Ahmedabad. This announcement, made during the general assembly in Glasgow, signifies the grand return of the prestigious multi-sport event to Indian soil after a gap of two decades.
A Vision for Sporting Excellence
Celebrating this historic win, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya addressed the media at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium, emphasizing the significance of this achievement. He declared that the awarding of the centenary edition of the Games to India is a testament to the country's growing capabilities and its ambitious vision for the future of sports.
"India is capable of hosting major events and will be among the top-10 sporting nations by 2036 and top-five in the world by 2047 when the country celebrates 100 years of independence," Mandaviya stated confidently. He credited the transformative changes in the sports sector to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Building on a Legacy of Major Events
The minister highlighted India's proven track record in organizing international sporting spectacles. "In the last decade, 18 cities across the country have hosted more than 22 major sporting events," he remarked, pointing to recent successes like the World Boxing Cup Finals and the World Para-athletic championships.
This momentum is set to continue, with Ahmedabad also scheduled to host the 2029 World Police Games, an event Mandaviya described as being as significant as the Commonwealth Games. He expressed strong confidence that this trajectory will eventually lead India to host the Olympic Games in 2036.
Beyond infrastructure and tourism boosts, the government is intensely focused on improving athletic performance. Mandaviya outlined a comprehensive, long-term plan for the next decade, backed by the Khelo Bharat Niti and the Sports Governance Bill, aimed squarely at enhancing India's medal tally on the global stage.
The bid received overwhelming support, being approved by the 74-member general assembly after a recommendation from the Commonwealth Sport’s Executive Board last month. This decision marks a pivotal stepping stone, with Indian Olympic Association member Rohit Rajpal noting it as a crucial move towards the ultimate goal of bringing the Olympics to India.
