The Indian Olympic Association has approved India’s bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, proposing Ahmedabad as the venue if the bid is successful.
The decision was made during the IOA’s Special General Assembly, where it was confirmed that the government will cover the entire cost of hosting the event.
The deadline for submitting the final bid documents is August 31, and India has already filed its Expression of Interest. With Canada withdrawing its bid, India’s chances of securing the event have improved.
In preparation, Commonwealth Sport’s Director of Games Darren Hall recently visited Ahmedabad to inspect potential venues and held discussions with Gujarat government officials. Another major delegation from Commonwealth Sport is expected to visit the city later this month.
The Commonwealth Sport General Assembly will decide the host country by the last week of November. India last hosted the Games in 2010, when New Delhi held the multi-sport event.