Cabinet Approves Submission of Bid for Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the proposal of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports for submission of bids for the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030. Union Cabinet also gave its approval to Signing of Host Collaboration Agreement (HCA) and Grant-in-Aid Sanction for Gujarat Government if CWG 2030 Bid gets accepted. Ahmedabad is an ideal host city offering world class stadiums, cutting-edge training facilities, and a passionate sporting culture. The Commonwealth Games (CWG) to witness large-scale participation from 72 countries.

Cabinet Approves Submission of Bid for Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030

Cabinet Approves Submission of Bid for Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the proposal of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports for submission of bids for the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030.

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Union Cabinet also gave its approval to sign the Host Collaboration Agreement (HCA) along with the required Guarantees from concerned Ministries, Departments and Authorities and sanction of required grant-in-aid to Gujarat Government, in case the bid gets accepted.

Athletes from 72 countries will participate in the Commonwealth Games.

It will also include participation of a large number of athletes, coaches, technical officials, tourists, media persons among others visiting India during the Games, benefiting local businesses and generating revenue.

Beyond sports, hosting the CWG in India would leave a lasting impact boosting tourism, creating jobs and inspiring millions of young athletes. Apart from that, a large number of professionals will be getting opportunities in Sports science, Event Operations and Management, Logistics and transport coordinators, Broadcast and media, IT and communications, Public relations and communications and in other fields as well.

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Ahmedabad is host city for Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030

Ahmedabad will be the host city of the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030 if India wins the bid for the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030.

Ahmedabad is an ideal host city offering world class stadiums, cutting-edge training facilities, and a passionate sporting culture. Narendra Modi Stadium, the largest stadium in the world, has already demonstrated its capability by successfully hosting the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Final.

Commonwealth Games hosting such a globally prestigious event will foster a strong sense of national pride and unity. It will provide a shared national experience and boost the morale of our Nation. It will inspire a new generation of athletes to enter into Sports as a career option and encourage greater participation in sports at all levels.

Last Commonwealth Games in India

The last Commonwealth Games in India were held in New Delhi from 3 to 14 October 2010. The opening and closing ceremonies were held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

The 2010 Commonwealth Games, officially known as the XIX Commonwealth Games was also the largest international multi-sport event to be held in Delhi and India, surpassing the 1951 and 1982 Asian Games.

Static Current Affairs related to Commonwealth Games for upcoming exams

• Starting: 1930 (As British Empire Games); (1978 officially known as the Commonwealth Games)
• CWG edition: 1930, 1934, 1938, 1950, 1954, 1958, 1962, 1966, 1970, 1974, 1978, 1982 1986, 1990, 1994, 1998, 2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022, 2026, 2030 (Glasgow, Scotland)
• Sports in CWG: Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Diving, Gymnastics, Hockey, Judo, Lawn bowls, Netball, Rowing, Rugby sevens, Squash, Swimming, Shooting, Synchronised swimming, Table tennis, Tennis, Triathlon, Weightlifting, Wrestling