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Amit Shah celebrated India winning the bid to host the 2029 World Police and Fire Games, calling it validation of Modi's sports infrastructure development. Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel credited Modi and Shah for the victory, positioning Ahmedabad as a rising sports hub. The event will feature over 50 sports for emergency service personnel globally. This marks India's first time hosting the biennial competition since its 1985 inception.

Key Points: Amit Shah Credits Modi as India Wins 2029 World Police Games Bid

  • India secures 2029 WPFG hosting after Gujarat's bid presentation
  • Amit Shah links win to Modi's infrastructure push
  • Ahmedabad chosen as main venue for 50+ sports
  • Gujarat CM calls it a step toward making city India's sports capital
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Amit Shah hails India's bid win to host 2029 World Police and Fire Games as global recognition of Modi-era sports infrastructure

Amit Shah hails India's 2029 World Police and Fire Games hosting rights as proof of Modi's sports infrastructure push, with Ahmedabad as key venue.

"Bharat winning the bid is global recognition of our sports infrastructure built under PM Modi - Amit Shah"

New Delhi, June 27

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday expressed pride over India being designated the host country for the 2029 World Police and Fire Games (WPFG), calling it a "global recognition of our sprawling sports infrastructure" developed under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Taking to X, Shah wrote, "It is a moment of great pride for every citizen, as Bharat has been designated as the host country for the prestigious 2029 World Police and Fire Games. Bharat winning the prestigious bid to host the event is a global recognition of our sprawling sports infrastructure built under the leadership of PM Shri @narendramodi Ji. Ahmedabad being selected as the venue of the event that brings together police, fire, and disaster services to compete in more than 50 sports is a testament to the city's rising stature as a sporting destination."

https://x.com/AmitShah/status/1938548188736086242

His remarks came a day after Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced that Gujarat had secured the hosting bid for the prestigious international event. CM Patel called the development a "big step" toward making Ahmedabad "the sporting capital of India."

"Proud moment for Gujarat! India has won the bid to host the 2029 World Police & Fire Games (WPFG) in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar & Ekta Nagar, following a comprehensive bid presentation to the WPFG Federation in Birmingham, USA. This global victory reflects the visionary leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi and Hon'ble Union Home Minister Shri @AmitShah, and is a big step towards making Ahmedabad the sporting capital of India!" the Gujarat CM had posted on X.

According to the official WPFG website, it is an Olympic-style competition for athletes representing law enforcement, firefighters, and officers from corrections, probation, border protection, immigration, and customs offices worldwide. Held biennially, the programme features over 60 sports as official games.

The game is governed by the California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF), the Host City, & the WPFG Board of Directors.

The first-ever edition of the competition was held back in 1985 in San Jose, California.

- ANI

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Priya S
While this is a proud moment, I hope the government ensures equal focus on developing sports infrastructure in smaller cities too. The Northeast and rural areas also need such facilities.
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Arjun K
Gujarat model in action! First the G20 meetings, now this. Our police and fire personnel deserve this global platform to showcase their skills. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone who attended the 2019 WPFG in China, I can say this is a massive opportunity for India. The event brings together 10,000+ participants from 70+ countries. Great for tourism and soft power!
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Vikram M
Hope this doesn't become another event where we spend crores on temporary infrastructure. Permanent sports facilities that local athletes can use afterwards should be the priority.
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Kavya N
So proud! Our police and firefighters work so hard, they deserve this recognition. Maybe this will inspire more youth to join these services too. 👮‍♀️🚒
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Michael C
Interesting choice of Ahmedabad over traditional sports hubs like Delhi or Mumbai. Shows how India's urban development is becoming more decentralized. Looking forward to visiting in 2029!

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