Archive · 3 Aug 2026
Manushi Chhillar Dances as India Secures 2030 Commonwealth Games
At the end of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, a former Miss World named Manushi Chhillar danced to a song called "Vande Mataram" that was sung live by a famous singer, Shankar Mahadevan.
She wore bright clothes and was joined by many dancers from different parts of India.
The dance showed how India is a big family that loves everyone.
While they danced, the flag of the Commonwealth Games was given to India.
A famous Indian athlete, Neeraj Chopra, and the head of the Indian Olympic Association, PT Usha, were there.
After the flag was handed over, the city of Ahmedabad was chosen to host the next big games in 2030.
This will be the 100th time the Commonwealth Games are held.
India will get to welcome athletes from many countries.
The event was a proud moment for India and its people.
Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar performed a folk dance to "Vande Mataram" at the 2026 Commonwealth Games closing ceremony in Glasgow.
The performance, set to live vocals by Shankar Mahadevan, highlighted India’s cultural diversity under the theme "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam".
During the ceremony, the Commonwealth Games flag was formally handed over to India, with Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra and Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha present.
Ahmedabad was announced as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, marking India’s second time hosting the event after New Delhi in 2010.
The 2030 Games will be the 100th edition of the Commonwealth Games, expected to bring thousands of athletes from across the Commonwealth.
- Who
- Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar, Shankar Mahadevan, Neeraj Chopra, PT Usha, and the Indian Olympic Association
- What
- Dance performance and flag handover at the 2026 Commonwealth Games closing ceremony, announcing Ahmedabad as host of the 2030 Games
- When
- July 2, 2026
- Where
- Glasgow, Scotland (ceremony) and Ahmedabad, India (host city announcement)
- Why
- To celebrate India’s new role as host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games and showcase Indian culture and unity
- Event
- 2026 Commonwealth Games closing ceremony
- Performer
- Manushi Chhillar
- Song
- Vande Mataram
- Host city 2030
- Ahmedabad
- Host country
- India
- Flag handover
- Yes
- Theme
- Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam
- Date
- July 2, 2026
