New Delhi: India has taken a significant step in its bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games by formally presenting its proposal to the Evaluation Committee of Commonwealth Sport. The presentation, held on Tuesday, was made by a team of Indian officials, including members of the Indian Olympic Association and central and state government representatives. The delegation was led by Harsh Sanghavi, Minister of Sports, Government of Gujarat, and PT Usha, President of the Commonwealth Games Association (CGA) India. Other key members included Hari Ranjan Rao, Secretary, Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports; Ashwini Kumar, Principal Secretary, Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities, Government of Gujarat; Banchha Nidhi Pani, Commissioner of Amdavad Municipal Corporation; Raghuram Iyer, CEO of CGA India; Lt Gen Harpal Singh, Executive Board Member of CGA India; and Ajay Narang, EA to the President of CGA.
The 2030 edition of the Games carries historic significance, marking the 100th anniversary of the Commonwealth Sport Movement. India’s bid positions Ahmedabad as the host city for this Centenary edition, offering a compact Games footprint centred on world-class venues, robust transport systems, and high-quality accommodation. The proposal adheres to the Games Reset principles, emphasizing affordability, inclusivity, sustainability, and flexibility, while integrating para-sports, promoting gender equity, protecting human rights, and embedding a long-term legacy to benefit athletes, communities, and the wider Commonwealth.
Ahmedabad’s proven record in hosting major sporting events further strengthens India’s candidature. The city has successfully hosted the ICC Cricket World Cup, the Indian Premier League, and the 2022 National Games, and is scheduled to host the Asian Aquatics 2025, Asian Weightlifting Championships 2026, and World Police and Fire Games 2029, among other events.
Commenting on the proposal, Harsh Sanghavi said, “Hosting the Centenary Commonwealth Games will be a proud milestone for India. These Games can inspire our youth, accelerate our journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047, and strengthen the Commonwealth Movement for the next 100 years.” PT Usha added, “India’s bid reflects not just capability but values. Ahmedabad is ready to take the baton from Glasgow 2026 and act as a springboard to the 2034 Games, ensuring the Centenary edition honours the past while shaping the future of Commonwealth Sport.”
With strong support from both the Government of India and the Government of Gujarat, India’s proposal emphasizes a vision of compact, sustainable, inclusive, and globally impactful Games in Ahmedabad.
