Former Sports Minister and BJP MP Anurag Thakur has confirmed that India is gearing up to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in a grand manner and is also actively seeking the hosting rights for the 2036 Summer Olympics. India’s selection as the host for the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030 was officially approved last November, with a focus on Ahmedabad as the central location, building upon the success of Glasgow 2026.
Thakur expressed confidence in India’s preparations for the 2030 multi-sport event, stating that the scale and quality of sporting events in the country are continuously improving. He emphasized that the 2030 Commonwealth Games are anticipated to be executed on a significant scale, alongside India’s aspirations to host the 2036 Olympics. India is diligently working towards securing the hosting rights for the 2036 Olympics, aiming to pave the way for a series of major international sporting events in the country.
Highlighting the meticulous planning for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, Ashwini Kumar, Principal Secretary for Ports and Transport in Gujarat, praised India’s detailed and confident approach, led by a strong team. The state of Gujarat aims to finalize all major preparations for the event by late 2028 or early 2029. Reflecting on the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi, Thakur contrasted the past with the present, noting the shift from corruption allegations during the UPA government’s tenure to the current administration’s focus on transparency and top-notch infrastructure.
Thakur recalled the 2010 CWG where India secured a total of 101 medals, including 38 gold medals, with shooting contributing significantly with 30 medals. In the 2022 edition, India clinched 61 medals, including 22 gold medals, despite shooting not being part of the Birmingham edition.
