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PT Usha's Commonwealth Dream: How India Won the 2030 Games Hosting Rights

Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha expressed her excitement about India securing the 2030 Commonwealth Games hosting rights. She described this achievement as fulfilling her long-standing dream of seeing India host the prestigious event. The Games will be held in Ahmedabad and mark the centenary celebration of the Commonwealth Games. This successful bid positions India strongly for future international sporting events, including a potential 2036 Olympics bid.

Key Points: PT Usha Celebrates India Hosting 2030 Commonwealth Games Ahmedabad

  • India will host the centenary Commonwealth Games marking 100 years since 1930
  • Ahmedabad secured rights after ratification by 74 Commonwealth nations
  • The Games build on foundations from Glasgow 2026 edition
  • PM Modi's leadership credited for successful international bid
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I had always dreamed of India being host for Commonwealth Games: Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha

IOA President PT Usha fulfills her dream as India secures hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, marking the event's centenary celebration.

"As an athlete and as IOA President, I had always dreamed of India being the host for the Commonwealth Games. - PT Usha"

New Delhi, November 27

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha expressed her enthusiasm about India securing the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Ahmedabad. The 2030 CWG will mark the centenary of the Commonwealth Games and is expected to boost India's bid for hosting the 2036 Olympics.

IOA on Thursday confirmed that Commonwealth Sport awarded the 2030 Centenary CWG hosting rights to Ahmedabad, as the competition will mark 100 years since the first Commonwealth Games held in 1930 in Hamilton, Canada.

"As an athlete and as IOA President, I had always dreamed of India being the host for the Commonwealth Games. Under the able leadership of our Hon PM Modiji, India has bagged the hosting rights of CWG 2030! #TogetherWeDream and together we say- Bharat ki Mezbani, Har Dil ki Zubani," IOA President PT Usha wrote in an X post.

The world's most populous nation will stage the landmark edition of the Games as delegates of the 74 Commonwealth member nations and territories ratified India's bid at the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow on Thursday.

Earlier, Tokyo 2020 Olympian Maana Patel expressed pride that Ahmedabad is set to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, saying, 'I am feeling very proud as the city where I was brought up is going to host the international tournament,' and believes it will be a learning experience for everyone.

"I am feeling very proud as the city where I was brought up and from where my swimming journey started, that city is going to host the international tournament. This will be a learning experience for everyone, " Maana Patel told ANI.

India presented a compelling vision for the 2030 Games, centred in the Gujarat city of Ahmedabad, which will build on foundations laid by Glasgow 2026, enabling India to celebrate the centenary in style.

The first Commonwealth Games were held in 1930 in Hamilton, Canada. Australia topped the medal table at the most recent Games, staged in Birmingham, England, in 2022, with the rest of the top five made up of England, Canada, India and New Zealand.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I'm excited about hosting CWG, I hope the government ensures proper budget allocation and doesn't overspend like previous international events. The focus should be on long-term sports infrastructure development.
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Arjun K
Ahmedabad is the perfect choice! The city has world-class facilities and Gujarat has been leading in development. This will be a great opportunity to showcase Indian hospitality and culture to the world. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone who attended the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games, I can say these events really inspire young athletes. Hope this leads to better sports facilities across the country and not just in one city.
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Vikram M
PT Usha ma'am leading this initiative is perfect! Who better than a legendary athlete to understand what our sportspeople need. This could be the stepping stone for our 2036 Olympic bid. Let's make it count! 💪
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Michael C
Great to see India taking center stage in international sports. The Commonwealth Games centenary edition is historic, and Ahmedabad will definitely deliver a memorable event. Looking forward to visiting!

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