India Secures 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Game-Changing Feat
President Droupadi Murmu announced that India will host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, a testament to its confidence and preparedness. The Modi government has made unprecedented strides in sports development through structural reforms, including the Khelo India policy. Ahmedabad will host, with future Olympic ambitions.
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India has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, a testament to the nation's confidence and preparedness, as announced by President Droupadi Murmu. In her address to both Houses of Parliament, Murmu highlighted the 'unprecedented' development in sports under the current Narendra Modi-led NDA government.
The President emphasized the structural reforms undertaken to enhance sports governance, which include the formulation of the Khelo India policy and increased transparency in sports-related institutions. These reforms have contributed to India securing the games and bolstering its reputation in the global sports arena.
The games are set to be held in Ahmedabad, with aspirations to host the Olympics in 2036. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya played a pivotal role in enacting the National Sports Governance Act, enhancing accountability within sports federations. The President also lauded India's women cricketers and athletes for their recent World Cup victories, marking significant achievements for the country.
(With inputs from agencies.)

