Calling it a historic and emotional moment for Indian sports, she said, \u201cIt is a proud moment for India. After 20 years, we have once again received the opportunity to host the Commonwealth Games. This event will strengthen New India\u2019s global identity. For young athletes across the country, it is a matter of honour that the 2030 Commonwealth Games will take place in India.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bhavana emphasised the long-standing commitment of Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s towards Indian sports and athletes. \u201cThe Prime Minister has always supported sports and boosted the morale of young athletes. In 2010, India performed strongly at the Commonwealth Games and in 2030 we will be even better,\" Bhavanaben Chaudhary told IANS.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Amdavad 2030 organisers will work with Commonwealth Sport and international federations to finalise a programme of 15\u201317 sports aligned with the recent Sport Programme Review, with additional disciplines such as cricket T20, shooting, hockey, wrestling, judo, rugby sevens, and 3x3 basketball under consideration, besides the option for two new sports proposed by the host.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s vision, Ahmedabad has emerged as a world-class sports destination with state-of-the-art infrastructure, advanced training ecosystems, and international-standard facilities. Sports experts believe the Games will enhance India\u2019s global sporting stature while boosting tourism, employment, and economic growth.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
At the Sports Authority of India (SAI) centre in Gandhinagar, athletes are already intensifying their preparations, driven by a shared sense of pride and opportunity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Kabaddi player Somveer Mehra expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister, calling the announcement a defining moment: \u201cIt is a matter of great happiness that after 20 years India is once again going to host the Commonwealth Games. Athletes from other countries will come here, and we will get so much to learn from them.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mehra, who has previously won gold for India, is confident about 2030: \u201cWe are preparing hard for the 2030 Games. We have won gold for India in the past, and we will once again give our best to make the country proud,\" Somveer Mehra, Kabaddi player.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Kabaddi player Somveer Mehra expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister, calling the announcement a defining moment: \u201cIt is a matter of great happiness that after 20 years India is once again going to host the Commonwealth Games. Athletes from other countries will come here, and we will get so much to learn from them.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
She also credited PM Modi\u2019s perspective on sports. \u201cThe Prime Minister has always viewed sports from a different and encouraging lens. His role in bringing the Commonwealth Games to India has been crucial.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n