India will leave lasting institutional legacy with 2030 CWG: Mandaviya
Mandaviya: India Will Leave Lasting Institutional Legacy Through 2030 Commonwealth Games
Bharatmorningnews.com – India will leave lasting institutional legacy as Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya outlined ambitious plans during the Commonwealth Sports Ministers Meeting in Glasgow. The minister emphasized that hosting the centenary Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad in 2030 represents more than just a sporting event—it is an opportunity to establish permanent foundations for international sports cooperation. This vision extends beyond the Games themselves, focusing on creating structures that will benefit Commonwealth nations for decades to come.
During his address, Mandaviya called for stronger collaboration among member countries and a more resilient framework led by Commonwealth nations themselves. He noted that India’s approach to the 2030 Games includes not only organizing world-class competitions but also building mechanisms that ensure long-term benefits for athletes and sports organizations across the Commonwealth. The minister’s message highlighted how India intends to use this milestone to strengthen relationships and create systems that endure beyond any single sporting event.
As the host of the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games and the 13th Commonwealth Sports Ministers Meeting in Ahmedabad, we are committed to delivering an exceptional Games, while leaving behind a lasting institutional legacy for Commonwealth sport.
Governance Reforms and Grassroots Development
The minister presented a comprehensive vision that includes multiple governance improvements alongside an enhanced anti-doping framework. He specifically highlighted the Khelo India program as a cornerstone initiative for nurturing young talent at the community level. This grassroots approach ensures that benefits of hosting the Games extend to local populations and future generations of athletes. Mandaviya explained how these programs would work together to create a sustainable model for sports development that other nations could emulate.
Furthermore, the minister expressed strong support for establishing a Commonwealth Sport Coordination Forum. This proposed body would convene annually to transform ministerial agreements into tangible outcomes. The forum would serve as a platform for ongoing dialogue and cooperation, ensuring that commitments made during the Games continue to generate results long after the competitions conclude. Such institutional mechanisms would provide continuity and accountability in international sports governance.
India would be pleased to host meetings, technical workshops and regional consultations in the lead-up to 2030.
Leadership Structure and Future Vision
Reaffirming Ahmedabad’s readiness, Mandaviya confirmed that the city stands prepared to deliver a sustainable and memorable celebration of sport. He introduced a new leadership arrangement wherein the next host nation of the ministers’ meeting would serve as Chair, while the Commonwealth Sport President assumes the Co-Chair position. This collaborative approach ensures shared responsibility and strengthens the institutional framework for future Games.
India will be honoured to assume the Chair of CABOS for the 2026–2030 cycle.
Concluding his remarks, the minister encouraged nations to build enduring institutions and deepen collaborative efforts across borders. He emphasized that sport possesses transformative potential for upcoming generations and reaffirmed India’s dedication to maintaining fair, inclusive, and rights-respecting sports environments worldwide. Through these comprehensive plans, India will leave lasting institutional legacy that benefits not only its own athletes but the entire Commonwealth community for years to come.
Let us build institutions that endure, strengthen collaboration that delivers results, and harness the transformative power of sport for future generations. India reaffirms its commitment to safe, inclusive, and equitable sport systems that respect human rights and create opportunities for all.