NEW DELHI: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed his delight that Ahmedabad is set to be the host city for the centenary 2030 Commonwealth Games, marking the second instance of India hosting the prestigious tournament in the last 20 years.
The Executive Board of Commonwealth Sport on Wednesday evening confirmed that it has recommended Ahmedabad as the host city. For Jaishankar, hosting the tournament is a proud moment for the entire nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for sports.
"India will host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad - a proud moment for Bharat and Gujarat. It is a testament to PM @narendramodi's vision of world-class infrastructure and nurturing sporting talent," Jaishankar wrote on X.
The recommendation represents a landmark