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Glasgow Concludes Commonwealth Games; Ahmedabad Named 2030 Host
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THE BRIEF
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The 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow concluded on August 2, 2026, following 11 days of competition, with the official flag and baton handed over to India for the 2030 centenary edition.
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Indian Olympic Association president P.T. Usha, Neeraj Chopra, and Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi accepted the flag during a ceremony at the OVO Hydro arena.
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The closing ceremony featured a cultural showcase titled 'The World is One Family', led by Manushi Chhillar and featuring performances by Shankar Mahadevan and Bhoomi Trivedi.