Source: News on Air
Context:
The Commonwealth Sport Executive Board (2025) has recommended Ahmedabad, Gujarat, as the proposed host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games, bringing the prestigious multi-sport event back to India after 20 years.
Event Overview:
- The Commonwealth Games is a quadrennial multi-sport event involving athletes from 56 member nations.
- The 2030 edition will mark the 100th anniversary of the Games, first held in Hamilton, Canada (1930).
- It promotes peace, inclusivity, and friendship among former British Empire territories.
India’s Sporting Legacy:
- India last hosted the Games in 2010 (New Delhi).
- Ahmedabad’s proposal highlights modern sports infrastructure, including the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave, Narendra Modi Stadium, and new aquatics and football arenas.
- The bid aligns with India’s “Viksit Bharat 2047” vision and aims to position Gujarat as a global sports capital.
