CWG 2030 Ahmedabad: Full List of All Venues & Stadiums
Complete guide with photos, maps, construction updates & how to reach each venue
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Master Table: All Confirmed & Proposed Venues
| Venue Name | Location | Capacity | Main Sports | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narendra Modi Stadium | Motera | 132,000 | Ceremonies, Cricket | Operational |
| Veer Savarkar Sports Complex | Naranpura | 15,000 | Badminton, Gymnastics, Aquatics | Operational |
| Sardar Patel Aquatics Centre | Naroda | 5,000 | Swimming, Diving | Under Construction |
| EKA Arena (TransStadia) | Kankaria | 20,000 | Badminton, Table Tennis | Ready |
| Karai Police Academy Sports Hub | Karai | 10,000 | Athletics, Shooting | Under Construction |
| Vastral Sports Complex | Vastral | 5,000 | Football, Swimming, Tennis | Under Construction |
| Gandhinagar Sports Complex | Gandhinagar | 15,000 | Athletics | Upgrade Planned |
| Ahmedabad Hockey Stadium | SG Highway | 8,000 | Hockey | Ready |
| Gujarat University Stadium | Navrangpura | 12,000 | Football | Ready |
| Sardar Patel Stadium (SFC) | Navrangpura | 10,000 | Various | Ready |
| PDU Sports Complex | Memnagar | 5,000 | Wrestling, Boxing | Ready |
| GMDC Ground | Ahmedabad | 8,000 | Rugby, Netball | Upgrade Planned |
| New Indoor Arena | TBD | 10,000 | Gymnastics, Weightlifting | Proposed |
The "Twin City" Venue Master Plan
Unlike compact city-center games like Birmingham 2022, Ahmedabad 2030 is a "Twin City" event, spreading sporting action across the commercial powerhouse of Ahmedabad and the planned green capital of Gandhinagar.
The master plan revolves around three distinct clusters plus street venues, designed for optimal transport connectivity via the Ahmedabad Metro (G-RIDE) network.
🏟️ Cluster A: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave (SVPSE)
Location: Motera, Ahmedabad | Total Area: 650 Acres (expanding) | Metro: Motera Stadium Station
The "Olympic Park" of CWG 2030 — India's largest sporting enclave, designed for Olympic-grade standards
📢 January 2026 Update: Major Land Acquisition
280 acres
New sports complexes
240 acres
Athlete's Village
50 acres
Reception & helpdesk
Construction Timeline: Starts April 2026 | Expected completion: Late 2028 / Early 2029
📍 Venue Readiness: Ahmedabad venues are already hosting international events including Asian Weightlifting Championship (2026), Archery Asia Para Cup (2026), and will host the World Police and Fire Games (2029).
1. Narendra Modi Stadium – The World's Largest Cricket Stadium
*AI Generated Representation
- Capacity:132,000 (expanded by 2029)
- Role:Opening/Closing Ceremonies, Women's T20 Cricket Finals
- The Vibe:Pitch area covered with projection-mapped floor, 360° LED ribbons, roof-based pyrotechnics
- Facilities:4 dressing rooms, 76 corporate boxes, clubhouse with 55 rooms
- Inaugurated:February 24, 2020
- Cost:₹800 crore
Quick Facts
- ✅ Largest cricket stadium globally
- ✅ Solar panels on roof generate power
- ✅ Named after PM Narendra Modi
- ✅ Replaced old Motera Stadium
- ✅ Metro drop-off: 300 meters from gate
2. New Athletics Stadium (Proposed at SVPSE)
🚧 Under Construction — Expected Completion: 2027
- Role: Track & Field (All Athletics Events)
- Capacity: 50,000 (Permanent: 15,000 | Temporary: 35,000)
- Design: Open-air stadium with IAAF Class 1 certification, 9-lane 400m synthetic track
- Sustainability: Upper tiers are modular — will be dismantled post-games to be reused in district stadiums across Gujarat
- Features: Javelin runway, shot put circles, long jump/triple jump pits, steeplechase water jump
3. SVP Velodrome (Track Cycling Venue)
- Role: Track Cycling (Sprint, Keirin, Team Pursuit, Omnium)
- Capacity: 5,000 spectators
- Specs: Fully covered, timber-track velodrome — only the second indoor wooden track in India (after Delhi's IG Stadium)
- Why it matters: Wooden tracks are critical for high-speed cycling records (smoother than concrete)
- Status: Proposed (Construction starts 2027)
4. Indoor Arena 1 (Basketball/Netball Hall)
- Role: Basketball, Netball Preliminaries
- Capacity: 8,000
- Configuration: 2 courts can operate simultaneously with retractable seating
- Features: Fully air-conditioned, broadcast-quality LED court lighting
🏊 Cluster B: Naranpura Sports Complex
Location: Vadtal Dham Road, Naranpura | Cost: ₹584 Crores | Land: ~18 Acres
The Community Hub — Designed to leave a lasting legacy for residential Ahmedabad
5. Naranpura Aquatics Centre
*AI Generated Representation
🚧 Under Construction — Opening 2026
Unlike temporary pools used in some Games, this is a permanent national swimming academy
- Role: Swimming, Para-Swimming, Diving
- Capacity: 12,000 (expanded for Games from base 5,000)
- Features:
Competition Pool
10-lane Olympic (50m)
Diving Pool
Separate pool with 10m platforms
Warm-up Pool
For athlete preparation
6. Multi-Purpose Indoor Halls
- Role: Judo, Wrestling, Table Tennis
- Configuration: Flexible indoor halls that can accommodate 4-6 match courts simultaneously
- Capacity: 3,000 per hall (2 halls total)
- Features: Modular flooring for Judo tatami mats, wrestling mats, or table tennis courts
6a. Veer Savarkar Sports Complex – India's Largest Sports Complex
*AI Generated Representation
- Capacity:15,000 spectators
- Role:Badminton, Gymnastics, Aquatics
- Area:1.19 lakh sq. meters
- Inaugurated:September 14, 2025
- Cost:₹825 crore
Key Facilities
- ✅ Olympic-standard aquatic complex
- ✅ Indoor multi-sports arena
- ✅ Outdoor sports zones
- ✅ Solar power plant
- ✅ Athlete hostel accommodations
- ✅ 7 entry gates, 900 vehicle parking
🏟️ The Modern Marvel: EKA Arena by TransStadia
Location: Kankaria Lake, Ahmedabad | Metro: Kankaria East Station
India's First "Convertible Stadium" — Outdoor to indoor in 6 minutes using StadiArena technology
7. EKA Arena (The Dome)
*AI Generated Representation
- Capacity: 20,000
- Role (Outdoor): Football (if included), Rugby Sevens
- Role (Indoor): Kabaddi (Home of Gujarat Giants)
- Status: ✅ Operational (Ready)
- Cost: ₹600 crore
World-Class Facilities
- ✅ Fully air-conditioned indoor arena
- ✅ Retractable football pitch
- ✅ Rehabilitation centre
- ✅ High-performance training gym
- ✅ Integrated hotel in stadium structure
🏛️ Cluster C: The Gandhinagar Zone
Distance from Ahmedabad: 30 mins via Metro / Expressway
The Administrative & Convention Hub — Showcasing Gujarat's planned capital city
8. Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre
*AI Generated Representation
- Role: Boxing, Weightlifting, Gymnastics
- Capacity: 6,000 (with temporary tiered seating)
- Why here? Column-free expanse perfect for multiple boxing rings or gymnastics mats with broadcast-quality lighting rigs
- Status: ✅ Operational (Since 2011)
- Unique Feature: Convention center halls transform into sporting arenas
9. IIT Gandhinagar Sports Complex
- Role: Squash, Training Venue
- Details: Known for its green campus, existing sports facilities will be upgraded to host preliminary rounds
- Squash Courts: 4 glass-backed courts for spectator viewing
- Status: Upgrade Planned (2028)
🌆 Street Venues: Bringing the Games to the People
The 2030 Games will showcase Ahmedabad's iconic urban landscape to global audiences
10. Sabarmati Riverfront
*AI Generated Representation
- Role: Triathlon (Swim leg in river, bike/run on promenade), Marathon Start/Finish
- The View: Athletes will race against the backdrop of the Ahmedabad skyline
- Water Quality: Clean water initiatives in the Sabarmati have been prioritized specifically for this event
- Status: ✅ Operational (2010)
- Distance: 11 km continuous promenade
11. The GIFT City Circuit
- Role: Road Cycling (Time Trial & Road Race)
- The Course: Wide, flat avenues of the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) offer a fast course for cyclists
- Why GIFT City? Showcases India's smartest city to global TV audiences — modern architecture, smart traffic systems
- Distance: 40 km loop for road race, 20 km for time trial
🚧 Upcoming Venues Under Construction
New facilities being built specifically for CWG 2030 | Construction starts: April 2026
12. Karai Police Academy Sports Hub
*AI Generated Representation
- Role: Athletics, Shooting
- Capacity: 50,000 - 55,000 spectators (Major New Stadium)
- Features: IAAF-standard 400m track, shooting range complex, outdoor training grounds
- Construction Start: April 2026
- Expected Completion: Late 2028 / Early 2029
13. Vastral Sports Complex
*AI Generated Representation
- Role: Football, Swimming, Tennis
- Location: Eastern Ahmedabad (Vastral)
- Capacity: 5,000 spectators
- Budget: ₹51 crore
- Features: Multipurpose hall, football ground, swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis courts, athletic track
🚇 How to Move Between Venues: Metro Connectivity
The Ahmedabad Metro (G-RIDE) is the spine of the Games. The North-South Corridor will serve as the official "Games Line."
The "Games Line" (North-South Corridor)
⚠️ Visitor Tip
Do NOT rely on cabs during game days. Traffic around Motera will be restricted.
The Metro drops you 300 meters from the stadium gate — a 3-minute walk.
🏘️ Athlete Villages & Supporting Infrastructure
Three Athlete Villages will accommodate the 5,000+ athletes and officials, strategically located near each cluster.
Village A: Motera Zone
- • Capacity: 2,500 athletes
- • Location: Within SVPSE complex
- • Distance to venues: 0-2 km
- • Features: Medical center, dining hall (5,000 capacity)
Village B: Naranpura Zone
- • Capacity: 1,500 athletes
- • Location: Adjacent to Aquatics Centre
- • Distance to venues: 0-1 km
- • Features: Recovery center, physio rooms
Village C: Gandhinagar Zone
- • Capacity: 1,000 athletes
- • Location: Near Mahatma Mandir
- • Distance to venues: 0.5-3 km
- • Features: VIP athlete wings, green spaces
Post-Games Legacy
Athlete Villages will be converted into:
- • Student housing for Gujarat universities
- • Sports training academies
- • Affordable housing units
🏗️ Construction Timeline & Progress Tracker
| Venue | Current Status | Completion Target | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narendra Modi Stadium | Operational | Complete | 100% |
| New Athletics Stadium | Foundation Laid | Q4 2027 | 25% |
| Naranpura Aquatics Centre | Structural Work | Q2 2026 | 60% |
| SVP Velodrome | Land Acquired | Q1 2028 | 10% |
| Indoor Arena 1 | Design Phase | Q3 2028 | 5% |
| EKA Arena | Operational | Complete | 100% |
| Mahatma Mandir | Operational | Complete | 100% |
| Athlete Village A | Planning | Q4 2028 | 15% |
*Progress estimates as of November 2025. Official completion dates subject to CGF confirmation.
🏟️ Venues & Travel Questions (FAQ)
Where is the main stadium?
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera (SVP Enclave) with 132,000 capacity - world's largest cricket stadium.
How do I get from the Airport to the Stadium?
The Metro Phase 2 connects SVPI Airport (via a short shuttle) to Motera Stadium station. Journey time: ~40 minutes.
Is there a Bullet Train?
Yes. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (Bullet Train) will be operational by 2028, stopping at Sabarmati, just 2km from the main venue.
Are the venues air-conditioned?
All indoor venues (Naranpura Aquatics, Mahatma Mandir, EKA Arena, Multi-Purpose Halls) are fully air-conditioned. Outdoor stadiums (Narendra Modi Stadium, Athletics Stadium) use shading fabrics to cool spectator stands.
How many venues will be used?
20-22 venues across Gujarat, with 15-18 in the Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar metro region.
Can I visit venues before 2030?
Yes. Narendra Modi Stadium offers stadium tours. EKA Arena and Mahatma Mandir are active year-round. Naranpura Aquatics Centre will open to the public by 2026.
Comparison with Past Commonwealth Games Venues
| Games | Total Venues | New Venues Built | Largest Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi 2010 | 26 | 12 | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (60,000) |
| Birmingham 2022 | 15 | 3 | Alexander Stadium (30,000) |
| Ahmedabad 2030 | 20-22 | 6-8 | Narendra Modi Stadium (132,000) |
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