Amdavad (Ahmedabad) has officially made history! India has been chosen to host the Centenary edition of the Commonwealth Games in 2030, and the spotlight is shining brightly on Gujarat. The announcement came during the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow, where delegates from 74 member nations and territories voted to bring the Games to India for this once-in-100-years celebration.
Ahmedabad Wins The 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid
This is especially significant because the first-ever Commonwealth Games took place exactly a century ago in 1930 in Hamilton, Canada. Now, India gets to host the grand Centenary edition, an honour that places the country at the centre of global sport once again.
Leaders across the Commonwealth hailed India’s win. According to Commonwealth Sport, Dr. Donald Rukare, President of Commonwealth Sport, called this the beginning of a “new golden era” for the Games and Dr. P.T. Usha, President of the Commonwealth Games Association of India, said India is “deeply honoured” and promised the 2030 Games would set the tone for the next 100 years of global sporting unity.
Amdavad will host 15 to 17 sports, including athletics, swimming, gymnastics, table tennis, weightlifting, netball, and boxing. India also has the chance to add up to two new sports, possibly something traditional or uniquely Indian, making the Centenary Games even more special.
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5 Reasons Why India Chose Ahmedabad To Host
1. The Narendra Modi Stadium
The Narendra Modi Stadium, the largest cricket stadium in the world, has an astounding capacity of over 1,30,000 people. With top-notch athlete facilities, cutting-edge lighting and broadcasting systems, and more, this stadium is a modern sports giant. Here, the opening and closing ceremonies will be breathtaking.
2. Ahmedabad Is Already A Mega-Event Champion
Whether it is hosting major cultural festivals or international cricket competitions, Amdavad has proven that it can handle international traffic, media, security, and audiences. The city is used to hosting millions of tourists while maintaining order.
3. Gujarat’s Cultural Magic Is A Perfect Fit
From the folk music and garba dancers to vibrant textiles and delicious food, every element in Gujarat adds to Ahmedabad’s unique cultural identity.
4. Strong Sporting Infrastructure That Keeps Growing
Over the years, Gujarat has made large investments in public transport, new stadiums, and other sports-related infrastructure.
5. A Young, Ambitious, And Sport-Loving City
All set to host the Commonwealth Games, Ahmedabad reflects the spirit of India’s youth. It also boasts a thriving sports culture.
Now, as Ahmedabad is officially chosen as the host city, India is preparing to host millions of athletes and tourists for the Commonwealth Games in 2030.
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