Ahmedabad Set to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games as India Wins the Bid

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October 16, 2025

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has officially thrown its weight behind India to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Ahmedabad named as the host city.

The decision was unanimously approved at the IOA’s Special General Meeting, marking a significant step forward in India’s efforts to host one of the world’s largest multi-sport events.

Under the current plan, Ahmedabad is set to serve as the primary venue for the Games, with events likely to be staged across a network of sporting facilities within the city and its outskirts.

India’s prospects were considerably boosted following Canada’s withdrawal from the bidding race earlier this year. With one of the strongest competitors stepping aside, the number of nations that competed to host the 2030 Games was narrowed, increasing India’s chances of securing the hosting rights.

IOA officials have been in close contact with the Commonwealth Federation, which sent a delegation to Ahmedabad two months back for a detailed inspection of venues, infrastructure, and city readiness. The delegation visited key sites, including the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, the TransStadia Arena, and several training facilities kept for different sports.

According to sources within the IOA, the visiting officials expressed satisfaction with Ahmedabad’s urban infrastructure, particularly its growing metro network, modern road links, and recently upgraded airport facilities. The presence of the world’s largest cricket stadium was noted as a potential showpiece venue for the opening and closing ceremonies.

This will be the second time India hosts the Commonwealth Games, following the 2010 edition in New Delhi. While the 2010 Games were remembered for both their highlights and organisational challenges, the IOA has stressed that Ahmedabad’s bid is backed by stronger planning, improved governance, and better sporting infrastructure from the Indian sports authority.

The Commonwealth 2030 in Ahmedabad focuses on creating a lasting legacy for the city as a venue for major cricket tournaments and other events, as well as the country’s sports system. Proposed upgrades include new aquatic centres, cycling tracks, and athlete villages that will be converted into public housing and sports academies after the Games.

The IOA has also highlighted the potential economic and tourism benefits, referring to the 2010 Games’ contribution to Delhi’s metro expansion and hospitality growth as an example. If the 2030 Games coincide with India’s growing international sports ambitions, particularly its interest in bidding for the 2036 Olympic Games, the event is being positioned as a step up for our country to host many events.