Indian Olympic Association President Suresh Kalmadi claimed that almost all preparations for Commonwealth Games, 2010, have been completed. He said, the flyover, Metro train-line and the Games village have boosted the infrastructure of New Delhi. Addressing a function in Mumbai on Tuesday evening, he informed that the Commonwealth baton will reach India hundred days before the game via Wagah border, Pakistan. To a query, he said the differences of opinion between him and the Commonwealth Games Federation have been sorted out. Mr Kalmadi expressed confidence that the 15-day sporting event will be a huge success. He also regretted not bringing the Commonwealth Games to Mumbai, saying the city lacked sport infrastructure and that's why he wanted to bring the Games here. Mr Kalmadi said that Maharashtra Cabinet had turned down the proposal long ago, because of paucity of funds.
News On AIR | November 4, 2009 2:14 PM
All preparations for CWG 2010 have been completed:Kalmadi