Common Wealth Games 2010 in New Delhi, India

Introduction:
The upcoming Common Wealth Games of 2010 is the ultimate sport event that is going to change the sport scenario in the entire country. India is very obliged to host this spectacular event for the first within its territory. New Delhi, the capital of India is the chosen venue for this prestigious event.

Common Wealth Games is a world class sports event which takes place after every 4 years. It is really a matter of pride for India as because this event will not only earn high reputation among the other sporting nations as well as it will be great aid for the Indian tourism industry.

Date For CWG 2010:
The scheduled date for this esteemed sport event is from 3rd October to 14th October 2010. Our country has won the opportunity to host this event by defeating Canada by 46 votes to 22 at the CGF General Assembly held in Montego Bay in November 2003.

Logo and Slogan of CWG 2010:
Ashoka Chakra, the symbol for the freedom, unity and power is the inspiration for the logo of 2010's Common Wealth Games. It was revealed on 6th January 2008 at an event held at the India Gate. The logo has spirals at the upward direction which symbolizes rise of India as a global power and showcasing its evolution from a traditional country to a modern nation. The diverse and vibrant culture of India and its people are symbolizes by the colors of the logo. Apart from this each part of the logo symbolizes India's heartiest welcome to the 71 countries belonging Commonwealth groups.

“ Come Out and play” is the slogan for the 2010's Common Wealth Games.
Participating Nations Of CWG 2010:

There are currently 85 nations planning to participate in the Commonwealth Games of 2010. In alphabetical order, these nations are:

Afghanistan, Algeria, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bhutan, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Cameroon, Canada, Cayman Islands, Christmas Island, Cook Island, Cyprus, Dominica, England, Eritrea, Falkland, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guernsey, Guyana, India, Israel, Isle of Man, Jamaica, Jersey, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Madagascar, Malta, Mauritius, Montserrat, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, New Zealand, Nigeria, Niue, Norfolk Island, Northern Ireland, Palestine, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rodrigues, Rwanda, Saint Helena, Saint kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Scotland, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tokelau, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda,Vanuatu, Wales, Yemen, Zambia.

Various Sports Of CWG 2010:
17 disciplines of sports are included in 2010 's Common Wealth Games such as:
Aquatics, Athletics, Archery, Badminton, Boxing, Cycling, Gymnastics, Hockey, Lawn Bowls, Net Ball, Shooting, Squash, Rugby 7”s Table Tennis, Triathlon, Weightlifting and Wrestling.

It is the ideal time for Indians to proved the world that they are not only best in cricket but also in other sports also. In last Common Wealth Games which was held in Melbourne in Austarlia, India has secured the fourth position. So, its a golden opportunity for Indian to conquer the entire world.

Venue For CWG 2010:
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi is the chosen venue for the opening and closing ceremony of the Common Wealth Games 2010. It is also the venue for the Athletics, lawn bowl and weightlifting.

Dhyan Chand National Stadium for hockey, Indira Gandhi Arena for Archery, Cycling, Gymanstics and Wrestling, Delhi University Sport Complex for Rugby 7s, Tyagaraj Sports Complex for Netball, Siri Fort Sports Complex for Badminton and Squash, Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range for shooting, Talkatora Stadium for boxing, SPM Swimming Pool Complex for Aquatics, RK Khanna Tennis Complex for Tennis and Yamuna Sports Complex for Table Tennis are the selected venue for various sports competition of Common Wealth Games, 2010.

Games Village For CWG 2010:
To provide housing facility to the 8,500 participating athletes and officials of these afore mentioned nations, Delhi Development Authority(DDA) has constructed a new and modern Games village. This built near the famous Akshardham temple along the east bank of the Yamuna river and stretches over an area of 63.5 hectare. A hefty amount of USD 230.7 million has been spent by the Delhi Government in its construction.

Impact On Indian Tourism Industry:
Common Wealth Games, 2010 is assumed to have a great impact over the Indian tourism industry. As this mega event will attract thousands of sport lovers to India. It is likely to be believed that around two million foreign tourists and 3.5 million national tourists from different corners of India would come to Delhi to watch the Common Wealth Games 2010. This in turn will aid in the hospitality and transport sector which are the major constituents of Indian tourism industry.