India has officially submitted its bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games (CWG) at the Commonwealth Sport (CS) office in London. The delegation was led by Gujarat Sports Minister Harsh Sanghavi, in the presence of officials from the Gujarat government and the Commonwealth Games Association (CGA), India.
The move came just days after the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the proposal by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to submit the bid.
The Cabinet also cleared signing of the Host Collaboration Agreement (HCA) and assured necessary guarantees, including a grant-in-aid to the Gujarat state government, should India’s bid be successful.
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Ahmedabad pitched as ‘ideal host city’
The Centre has pitched Ahmedabad as the host city for the centenary edition of the CWG, citing its “world-class stadiums, cutting-edge training facilities, and a passionate sporting culture.”
With a capacity of 1.32 lakh, the Narendra Modi Stadium–touted as the world’s largest cricket stadium–has “already demonstrated its capability by successfully hosting the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Final,” according to the government.
According to the CGA, India, “The bid positions Amdavad as the host city for the Centenary edition of the Games, marking 100 years of the Commonwealth Games.”
Economic and cultural impact
The 2030 CWG is expected to generate jobs, boost tourism, and create opportunities across sports science, event management, logistics, media, IT, communications, and other sectors.
The Cabinet said, “Hosting such a globally prestigious event will foster a strong sense of national pride and unity. It will also provide a shared national experience and boost the morale of our nation.”
India’s second CWG hosting bid
India last hosted the Games in 2010 in New Delhi. If the bid is successful, 2030 will mark the second time the country hosts the prestigious multi-sport event involving athletes from 72 Commonwealth nations.The previous CWG was held in Birmingham in 2022, while the 2026 edition is scheduled for Glasgow, Scotland.
