Gandhinagar: A delegation from Commonwealth Sport has arrived in Gujarat for the first time on an official visit to review and assess preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, scheduled to be hosted in Ahmedabad.

The five-member team, led by Commonwealth Sport President Dr. Donald Rukare, will stay in the state from April 8 to April 11, along with officials from the Indian Olympic Association.

The delegation began its visit with a meeting with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in Gandhinagar. Rukare and Commonwealth Sport CEO Katie Sadleir appreciated the warm welcome and hospitality extended by the Gujarat government.

During their visit, the team will visit key venues, including the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, Narendra Modi Stadium, EKA Arena in Ahmedabad, Vadodara Cricket Stadium, and the Statue of Unity.

During the meeting today, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said that the state is committed to hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games in a grand manner through time-bound, high-quality, and effective planning.

Highlighting that the 2030 edition will mark the centenary of the Commonwealth Games, Rukare described Gujarat’s selection as host as a matter of pride.

CM Patel assured the delegation and the Indian Olympic Association that the state government will provide all necessary infrastructure and facilities for the successful organization of the Games.

The Commonwealth delegation also invited the Chief Minister to attend the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, scheduled between July and August 2026, to study event planning and execution. Patel accepted the invitation and said a Gujarat delegation would attend.

Senior officials, including top bureaucrats and representatives from the Sports Authority of Gujarat, were also present during the meeting. Further assessments and site inspections are scheduled as part of the delegation’s visit. DeshGujarat