Glasgow Concludes Commonwealth Games as Ahmedabad Prepares for 2030

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow officially concluded on August 2, with India finishing fourth in the final medal tally after 11 days of competition.

India formally accepted the hosting rights for the 2030 centenary edition, with the handover ceremony featuring a performance led by actress Manushi Chhillar and music by Shankar Mahadevan.

Ahmedabad now has four years to prepare for the 2030 Games, which will utilize a new cost-effective hosting model as the Commonwealth family looks toward the centenary celebration.