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Sports Ministry approves ₹2,000 crore grant to Gujarat for 2030 Commonwealth Games
✍️ Sportstar
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 06:32 AM
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The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has sanctioned a ₹2,000 crore grant to Gujarat to fund preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has approved a grant of ₹2,000 crore for the state of Gujarat. The allocation is intended to finance the development of sports infrastructure required for the Commonwealth Games scheduled for 2030.
Under the grant, funds will be directed toward the construction of competition venues, athlete accommodation, and related transport and logistics facilities. State officials are expected to prepare detailed project plans to ensure the money is utilized efficiently.
The ministry emphasized that the investment reflects the central government's commitment to delivering world‑class sporting venues and boosting the region's capacity to host an event of this magnitude.
Industry observers note that the substantial funding could generate significant employment opportunities and stimulate ancillary sectors such as construction, hospitality, and tourism in Gujarat.
Under the grant, funds will be directed toward the construction of competition venues, athlete accommodation, and related transport and logistics facilities. State officials are expected to prepare detailed project plans to ensure the money is utilized efficiently.
The ministry emphasized that the investment reflects the central government's commitment to delivering world‑class sporting venues and boosting the region's capacity to host an event of this magnitude.
Industry observers note that the substantial funding could generate significant employment opportunities and stimulate ancillary sectors such as construction, hospitality, and tourism in Gujarat.