Overview

• India presented its proposal on September 23 in London to the Commonwealth Sport Evaluation Committee, led by Harsh Sanghavi and P T Usha with senior central and state officials.
• The bid positions Ahmedabad to host the centenary Games with a compact footprint built around international-standard venues, efficient transport and quality accommodation.
• Organizers say the plan aligns with the Games Reset principles, prioritizing affordability, inclusivity, sustainability, para-sport integration, human rights protections and gender equity with a defined legacy framework.
• The proposal cites unified backing from the Government of India, the Government of Gujarat and CGA India, following Union Cabinet approval on August 27 and earlier endorsement by the IOA.
• Nigeria remains the principal competitor after Canada withdrew in June, with both India and Nigeria meeting the August 31 submission deadline and a final host decision set for the CGF General Assembly in Glasgow in November 2025.