A significant update has emerged regarding the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. The Executive Board of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has recommended Ahmedabad as the proposed host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. The final decision on this crucial matter is slated to be taken on November 26 during the General Body Meeting. According to news agency PTI, India faced stiff competition from Nigeria for this prestigious hosting opportunity. However, Commonwealth Sports has decided to strategize and support Nigeria's future hosting prospects, potentially including the 2034 Games.
Commonwealth Sports Press Release and Amit Shah's Statement
A press release issued by Commonwealth Sports confirmed that its Executive Board has endorsed Ahmedabad, India, as the proposed host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games. Ahmedabad, located in Gujarat, will now be presented before the full membership of Commonwealth Sports, with the final verdict expected on November 26, while reacting to the development, India's Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted, expressing immense pride and joy for the nation. He extended heartfelt congratulations to all citizens for India being granted the right to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad by the Commonwealth Association, while
100th Anniversary and India's Hosting History
Notably, the year 2030 will mark the 100th anniversary of the Commonwealth Games, which first commenced in 1930 in Hamilton, Canada. India previously hosted the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi in 2010. Team India has a strong track record in the Games, finishing fourth in the medal tally at Birmingham 2022, while Also, India is also actively preparing to bid for the 2036 Olympic Games, having expressed its intent to secure the hosting rights some time ago.
