India has won the bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, marking a significant return to hosting large-scale multi-sport events after two decades. This achievement is seen as a boost for India's ambition to host the 2036 Olympic Games and become a top ten sporting nation within ten years. The upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow face challenges, including a reduced program and the withdrawal of original hosts, highlighting potential hurdles for future events.