India has officially secured the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Ahmedabad confirmed as the venue for the centenary edition. The announcement marks a major milestone for the country’s sporting ambitions and reinforces its growing presence on the global stage.
National leaders welcomed the decision, emphasising the significance of hosting such a prestigious international event. They highlighted India’s expanding sports infrastructure and its readiness to deliver a world-class Games experience. The milestone comes after years of investment in facilities and athlete development, positioning the nation as a prominent hub for major competitions.
Commonwealth Sport also confirmed that the 2030 edition will feature between fifteen and seventeen sports. The organising team in Ahmedabad will work alongside Commonwealth Sport and international federations to finalise a dynamic programme that caters to global audiences while reflecting local enthusiasm for sport. The framework follows the recently completed Sport Programme Review, which has already outlined the core disciplines for the Games. These include athletics, swimming, table tennis, bowls, weightlifting, artistic gymnastics, netball and boxing, along with their para-sport counterparts.
The remaining sports will be confirmed next year, with discussions beginning shortly. Disciplines currently under consideration include archery, badminton, basketball 3×3 and wheelchair basketball 3×3, beach volleyball, cricket T20, cycling, diving, hockey, judo, rhythmic gymnastics, rugby sevens, shooting, squash, triathlon and wrestling. Hosts will also have the option to propose up to two additional events that reflect India’s sporting traditions.
Prominent athletes welcomed the announcement, noting the excitement and opportunity that a home Games provides. They expressed confidence that Ahmedabad will offer a vibrant and memorable atmosphere for competitors and spectators alike.
The 2030 Commonwealth Games will mark one hundred years of the event’s legacy, and India now prepares to showcase its organisational strength, sporting culture and hospitality as it readies to welcome the world.
Centenary edition awarded to India as preparations begin for a landmark sporting spectacle
New Delhi: India has officially secured the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Ahmedabad confirmed as the venue for the centenary edition. The announcement marks a major milestone for the country’s sporting ambitions and reinforces its growing presence on the global stage.
National leaders welcomed the decision, emphasising the significance of hosting such a prestigious international event. They highlighted India’s expanding sports infrastructure and its readiness to deliver a world-class Games experience. The milestone comes after years of investment in facilities and athlete development, positioning the nation as a prominent hub for major competitions.
Commonwealth Sport also confirmed that the 2030 edition will feature between fifteen and seventeen sports. The organising team in Ahmedabad will work alongside Commonwealth Sport and international federations to finalise a dynamic programme that caters to global audiences while reflecting local enthusiasm for sport. The framework follows the recently completed Sport Programme Review, which has already outlined the core disciplines for the Games. These include athletics, swimming, table tennis, bowls, weightlifting, artistic gymnastics, netball and boxing, along with their para-sport counterparts.
The remaining sports will be confirmed next year, with discussions beginning shortly. Disciplines currently under consideration include archery, badminton, basketball 3×3 and wheelchair basketball 3×3, beach volleyball, cricket T20, cycling, diving, hockey, judo, rhythmic gymnastics, rugby sevens, shooting, squash, triathlon and wrestling. Hosts will also have the option to propose up to two additional events that reflect India’s sporting traditions.
Prominent athletes welcomed the announcement, noting the excitement and opportunity that a home Games provides. They expressed confidence that Ahmedabad will offer a vibrant and memorable atmosphere for competitors and spectators alike.
The 2030 Commonwealth Games will mark one hundred years of the event’s legacy, and India now prepares to showcase its organisational strength, sporting culture and hospitality as it readies to welcome the world.
