GLASGOW, SCOTLAND — Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya delivered the keynote address at the Commonwealth Sports Ministers Meeting in Glasgow, outlining India’s strategic vision for member-driven collaboration, athlete welfare, and sports governance across the Commonwealth.
Reaffirming India’s expanding presence in global sports, the Minister highlighted preparations to host the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games and the 13th Commonwealth Sports Ministers Meeting in Ahmedabad.
Strategic Proposals & Key Highlights
The Minister called for structured institutional frameworks to drive long-term sports development and governance reforms across member nations:
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2030 Centenary CWG Mandate: Dr. Mandaviya confirmed that Ahmedabad is fully prepared with world-class infrastructure to host the historic 2030 Games, aligning with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
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Commonwealth Sport Coordination Forum: Proposed the creation of an annual coordination forum and a network of member-led Centres of Excellence to facilitate knowledge exchange, technical workshops, and regional consultations.
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Governance Leadership: Endorsed a new leadership model where the host nation chairs the sports ministers’ forum, confirming India’s intent to assume the Chair of CABOS (Commonwealth Advisory Body on Sport) for the 2026–2030 cycle.
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Domestic Governance Reforms: Referenced recent statutory developments, including the enforcement of the National Sports Governance Act, alongside flagship grassroots initiatives such as Khelo India, Fit India, and the ASMITA League.
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Equity & Integrity: Stressed the commitment to building safe, inclusive, and anti-doping-compliant sporting systems that expand opportunities for women and grassroots athletes across the Commonwealth.
