Commonwealth Games
Infrastructure for the Commonwealth Games 2010
Indian Government reportedly is going to spend $ 17.5 million for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games 2010.
Infrastructure for the games is under process in full spirit. The date
for the Games is from October 3 to October 15. The 17 sport disciplines
are held at several stadiums of Delhi and new stadiums are being built
for the games. The opening ceremony will be held at the Jawaharlal
Nehru Stadium on October 3 when the Queen’s Baton Rally will reach
Delhi after traveling various countries starting from Buckingham
Palace, London. The infrastructure for the Delhi Commonwealth Games
2010 is jointly prepared and executed by Delhi Government and Central
Government. The infrastructure for the games include development of
mass rapid transit system, development of public transport system,
construction of new highways & new power plants, games village,
renovation of guesthouses, water utility services and health care
services.
A games village project is undergoing on the bank of River Yamuna which
will have a capacity to accommodate around 8500 athletes and games
officials. To provide easy accessibility to the games venue, hospitals
and tourists places, flyovers, clover leafs and bridges are built by
the Delhi Government. A guesthouse beautification projects will be
implemented in Paharganj and Karol Bagh area. It is under process
initiated by the Tourism Ministry of India. Even the hostels of
educational institutions will also be used for accommodation purpose
during the Commonwealth Games 2010 Delhi. The Old Delhi area will be
renovated before the games. Chandi Chowk and its nearby areas will be
converted into a heritage walk slow city. A huge influx of tourists is
expected for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games. The Hotels in Delhi is
also gearing up to welcome the guests. The sports fan and the heritage
enthusiasts planning to visit Delhi during the sports event can book a
hotel online in advance. There is sure to be lack of accommodations
during the Delhi Commonwealth Games 2010.


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