Ahmedabad (Amdavad), India, officially confirmed as host for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games after unanimous ratification by 74 nations at Glasgow's General Assembly. Beating Abuja, Gujarat's city eyes October dates with 15-17 sports, leveraging ready venues to boost India's 2036 Olympic bid.
Commonwealth Sport ratified Ahmedabad's bid on November 25, 2025, following Evaluation Committee recommendation. PM Modi hailed it as placing India on global sports map; IOA President PT Usha emphasized centenary celebration uniting athletes. Nigeria's Abuja was runner-up in uncontested process.
Games Vision
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave and Karai Sports Hub anchor events, ready by 2029 post-World Police Games test. India pushes yoga as medal sport; full 15-17 program (athletics, swimming, boxing, netball confirmed) finalized 2026, including cricket, badminton, wrestling.
Strategic Boost
Second CWG after Delhi 2010 (101 medals), Ahmedabad targets controversy-free delivery with secured funding. Aligns with World Athletics Championships 2031 bid, positioning city as India's sports capital amid Olympic ambitions.
Key Highlights
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Dates: Preferred October 2030; venues ready 2028-29.
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Sports: 15-17 including athletics, para events, potential yoga.
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Venues: SVP Enclave (355 acres), Karai Hub (143 acres).
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Legacy: Centenary edition; India’s 2nd CWG hosting.
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Rivals: Beat Abuja; builds to 2036 Olympics push.
Sources: Commonwealth Sport, Olympics.com, Indian Express.