Archive · 30 Nov 2025
India to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games
India is going to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which is a big sports event.
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, is very happy about this and said it's a big achievement for the country.
A sports leader named PT Usha is also excited and said that hosting this event is a dream come true.
This event is special because it's the 100th anniversary of the Commonwealth Games.
India is also hoping to host the Olympics in 2036.
The first Commonwealth Games were held in Canada a long time ago, and the most recent one was in England.
India has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, marking the centenary of the event.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed delight and congratulated the nation on this achievement.
IOA President PT Usha praised the decision and highlighted the significance of hosting the Games in India.
The 2030 Commonwealth Games are expected to boost India's bid for hosting the 2036 Olympics.
The first Commonwealth Games were held in 1930 in Hamilton, Canada, and the most recent Games were in Birmingham, England, in 2022.
- Who
- India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha
- What
- India awarded hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games
- When
- Recently announced
- Where
- Ahmedabad, India
- Why
- To celebrate the centenary of the Commonwealth Games and boost India's sporting ecosystem
- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Event
- 2030 Commonwealth Games
- Significance
- Centenary edition of the Commonwealth Games
- Prime Minister's Reaction
- Expressed delight and congratulated the nation
- IOA President's Reaction
- Expressed enthusiasm and praised PM Modi's leadership
- Potential Future Event
- 2036 Olympics
- First Commonwealth Games
- 1930 in Hamilton, Canada
- Recent Commonwealth Games
- 2022 in Birmingham, England
Sources
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Delhi 2010 lesson: Not-for-profit company to plan Ahmedabad 2030 Commonwealth Games
In The World Of Sports Too, India Is Making Quick Strides, Says PM Narendra Modi In Mann Ki Baat
