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The Commonwealth Sport’s General Assembly in Glasgow confirmed Ahmedabad as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, marking India’s first time hosting the Games since 2010.
Description:
About the Commonwealth Games (CWG):
A multinational, multi-sport event held every four years among athletes from the Commonwealth of Nations, governed by the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF).
Genesis & Mandate:
- Established in 1930 (then called British Empire Games).
- Mandate: promote sports, cultural exchange, and friendly cooperation among Commonwealth nations.
- India is a regular participant since 1934.
Details of India Hosting 2030 CWG:
- Venue: Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
- Confirmation: Approved at CGF Assembly, Glasgow (2025).
- India to propose Yoga as a medal sport.
- Possible return of events previously removed from the roster: badminton, hockey, wrestling, T20 cricket, shooting.
- India aims to host a “controversy-free” and highly modernised edition.
Key Features of Hosting Plan:
- Focus on sports infrastructure, athlete villages, transport planning, and global tourism.
- Coordination between Government of India, Government of Gujarat, and Indian Olympic Association (IOA).
- India plans to work closely with Commonwealth Sport to finalise the event programme.
NOTE: The 2026 Commonwealth Games, officially known as the XXIII Commonwealth Games and Glasgow 2026, are scheduled to take place from 23 July to 2 August 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland.
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