<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">India has officially submitted its bid to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030, with Ahmedabad proposed as the host city for the centenary edition of the Games. The submission, made to Commonwealth Sport in London, was led by Harsh Sanghavi, Minister of Sports for the Government of Gujarat, and included representatives from the Commonwealth Games Association of India and the state government.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The proposal emphasises India&rsquo;s commitment to staging a Games that is sustainable, inclusive, and in line with the Commonwealth&rsquo;s Games Reset principles. Speaking after the submission, Sanghavi underlined the importance of the 2030 Games, describing them as a celebration of &ldquo;a century of sporting excellence, unity, and shared values within the Commonwealth.&rdquo;&nbsp;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">He added that India&rsquo;s approach will draw on the principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, or &ldquo;the world is one family,&rdquo; while Atithi Devo Bhava, meaning &ldquo;the guest is divine,&rdquo; will guide the treatment of all visitors to the Games.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Dr PT Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association and Commonwealth Games Association (India), said: &ldquo;This bid represents the aspirations of an entire nation. The Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad will showcase not just India&rsquo;s sporting capabilities but also the values of friendship, respect, and inclusivity that define our sporting culture. As we celebrate the centenary edition, India stands ready to welcome the Commonwealth family with warmth and excellence, inspiring a new generation to dream and achieve through sport.&rdquo;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ahmedabad is being pitched as a city with a compact and modern Games footprint designed to ensure efficiency and ease of movement for athletes, officials, and spectators.&nbsp;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Narendra Modi Stadium, the largest cricket stadium globally, has already demonstrated Ahmedabad&rsquo;s ability to host major events, having staged the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Final.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The timing of the bid submission, August 29, was deliberately chosen to coincide with India&rsquo;s National Sports Day, honouring hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. This date highlights India&rsquo;s rich sporting tradition and its commitment to fostering youth engagement and future generations of athletes.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Earlier, the Union Cabinet had approved the Ministry of Youth Affairs &amp; Sports&rsquo; proposal for the bid, including the signing of the Host City Collaboration Agreement and the provision of necessary guarantees from various ministries. Should Ahmedabad be selected, the Central government will provide financial support to the Gujarat government for the organisation of the Games.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Games are expected to draw athletes from 72 Commonwealth nations, as well as coaches, officials, media personnel, and tourists, generating significant benefits for local trade and services.&nbsp;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Officials project the event will create thousands of jobs in areas including sports science, logistics, event management, broadcasting, IT, and communications. If successful, Ahmedabad will become the second Indian city to host the Commonwealth Games, after New Delhi in 2010.</span></div>

Led by Harsh Sanghavi, India officially submits Ahmedabad bid for 2030 CWG

India Submits Formal Bid to Host 2030 Games

Led by Harsh Sanghavi, India officially submits Ahmedabad bid for 2030 CWG

August 30, 2025 | 09:58 IST