India are all set to host the Commonwealth Games after 20 years since it last hosted the global event. In 2010, India selected the national capital Delhi as the host city for the competition, however, this time, Gujarat's Ahmedabad has got the nod.
The Commonwealth Games will serve as the perfect dress rehearsal for India, who are also plotting an ambitious plan to host the 2036 Olympics.
India submitted Ahmedabad's name to the Commonwealth Sport executive board, which has recommended India as a host to the house, which will take a final call next month.
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What did the Commonwealth Sport say?
In a statement released by the CS, the confirmation of India's submission was revealed. It read: "Amdavad (also known as Ahmedabad, in the Indian state of Gujarat), will now be put forward to the full Commonwealth Sport membership, with the final decision taking place at the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow on 26 November 2025."
"The recommendation of Amdavad follows a detailed process overseen by the Commonwealth Sport Evaluation Committee, which assessed candidate cities against a wide range of criteria, including technical delivery, athlete experience, infrastructure, governance, and alignment with Commonwealth Sport values. Amdavad’s proposal emphasises India’s commitment to the values of the Commonwealth and its capacity to stage a Games that reflects the scale and diversity of modern sport."
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Which other nation is in contention to host the Commonwealth Games 2030?
The CS statement also revealed that Nigeria's Abuja is also in contention with Ahmedabad to host the global competition.
The statement added: "Framed by Commonwealth Sport’s ‘Games Reset’ principles which are designed to encourage potential hosts to be innovative and work collaboratively, both Amdavad, India, and Abuja, Nigeria, submitted compelling proposals that reflect the ambition and potential of the Commonwealth Sport Movement."
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What did Indian Olympic Association say?
On India's bid to host the Commonwealth Games 2030, the spokesperson of the IOA and its chief executive officer said: "We are looking forward to the general body meeting next."