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SportsOct 16, 2025 02:30 PM

India to host Commonwealth Games 2030 in Ahmedabad

New-Delhi: India will host the Commonwealth games 2030 in Gujarat's Ahmedabad. The announcement was confirmed by the External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. "India will host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad - a proud moment for Bharat and Gujarat. It is a testament to PM @narendramodi's vision of world-class infrastructure and nurturing sporting talent," he wrote on X. The recommendation represents a landmark moment for the Commonwealth Sport Movement. The 2030 Games will mark the centenary of the inaugural event held in Hamilton, Canada, in 1930. With Glasgow 2026 fast approaching and promising to deliver a 'wow factor' for athletes and fans alike, today's recommendation provides an exciting platform for the Centenary Games and beyond, offering long-term stability and momentum. Ahmedabad will now be put forward for full Commonwealth Sport membership, with the final decision to be made at the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow on November 26 this year. India, the most populous nation in the Commonwealth, boasts a proud sporting history and a strong record of success at the Commonwealth Games, finishing fourth on the medal table at Birmingham 2022.

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