The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the proposal of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, under which India will bid to host the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030.
The Cabinet has also given permission to sign the Host Collaboration Agreement (HCA) and provide necessary guarantees from the concerned ministries, departments and authorities. Also, grant assistance to the Government of Gujarat has been approved if India’s bid is successful. This step will further strengthen India’s role in international sports.
Cabinet approves submission of bid for the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030
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The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the proposal of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports for submission of a bid for the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030. It also gave its… pic.twitter.com/7w0yNJLYPB
As per the press release, “The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved the proposal of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports for submission of bid for the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030. It also gave its approval to sign the Host Collaboration Agreement (HCA) along with the required Guarantees from concerned Ministries, Departments and Authorities and sanction of required grant-in-aid to Gujarat Government, in case the bid gets accepted.”
It also mentioned, “Athletes from 72 countries will participate in the Commonwealth Games. It will also include participation of a large number of athletes, coaches, technical officials, tourists, media persons among others visiting India during the Games, benefiting local businesses and generating revenue.”
The release also mentioned, “Beyond sports, hosting the CWG in India would leave a lasting impact boosting tourism, creating jobs and inspiring millions of young athletes. Apart from that, a large number of professionals will be getting opportunities in Sports science, Event Operations and Management, Logistics and transport coordinators, Broadcast and media, IT and communications, Public relations and communications and in other fields as well.”
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