**Executive Summary**
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) and MyBharat have launched three nationwide engagement initiatives—the Torch Design Contest, Reel Challenge, and CWG 2030 Quiz—to promote participation ahead of the Ahmedabad 2030 Commonwealth Games. These free-of-cost programs aim to foster sporting spirit and creativity among Indian youth through the MyBharat portal. Key deadlines for these initiatives span from May 2026 through September 2026, offering rewards such as Fit India hampers and certificates.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Commonwealth Games 2030 Torch Design Contest**
* **Objective:** To design a torch concept inspired by India’s culture, heritage, innovation, sustainability, and sporting excellence.
* **Format:** Entries can be digital or hand-drawn, accompanied by an optional concept note of up to 200 words.
* **Timeline:** The contest runs online from 11 May 2026 to 20 May 2026.
* **Participation:** Open to MyBharat users; limited to one entry per participant.
* **Rewards:** Winners receive Fit India hampers and recognition certificates; all eligible participants receive digital participation certificates.
**CWG Reel Challenge**
* **Content Requirements:** Original reels (maximum 60 seconds) showcasing India’s sporting culture, infrastructure, fitness, and enthusiasm for hosting CWG 2030.
* **Theme:** Inclusion of messages supporting India’s readiness for 2030 and wishing success to the 2026 Indian contingent.
* **Timeline:** The challenge is active from 07 May 2026 to 16 May 2026.
* **Rewards:** The top five creators will receive Fit India hampers from SAI.
**Commonwealth Games 2030 Quiz**
* **Format:** A 10-question multiple-choice quiz to be completed within five minutes.
* **Qualifying Criteria:** Participants must score a minimum of 8 marks to qualify; only one attempt is permitted.
* **Timeline:** The quiz is open from 09 May 2026 to 26 September 2026.
* **Rewards:** Top five winners are announced weekly, and participation certificates are provided to all entrants.
**Impact Analysis**
**Youth and Citizens (MyBharat Users)**
**Impact**
They are provided with a free platform to engage with the national sporting movement, showcase creative talents, and build awareness regarding India’s Commonwealth Games legacy.
**Action Required**
Interested individuals must register on the MyBharat portal and submit their entries (designs, reels, or quiz attempts) within the specific dates mentioned for each initiative.
**Sports Authority of India (SAI) and MyBharat**
**Impact**
These bodies serve as the primary facilitators for building national excitement and "collective enthusiasm" for the upcoming 2030 Games in Gujarat.
**Action Required**
The organizations must manage the submission portals, evaluate entries, and oversee the distribution of Fit India hampers and participation certificates.
Key Entities Referenced
Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030: The international multi-sport event scheduled to be hosted in India, serving as the primary subject for the engagement initiatives.
Sports Authority of India (SAI): The apex national sports body responsible for launching and executing the nationwide engagement campaigns for the 2030 games.
MyBharat: A youth-centric digital platform and collaborator used to host the Torch Design Contest, Reel Challenge, and Quiz initiatives.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: The nodal ministry of the Government of India overseeing the implementation of sports-related public participation programs.
Ahmedabad, Gujarat: The designated host location for the Commonwealth Games 2030, central to the applicability of the engagement vision.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
The Sports Authority of India and MyBharat
Launches Nationwide Engagement Initiatives
Ahead of Commonwealth Games
Youth Across the Country Invited to Join Commonwealth
Games Campaigns
All three initiatives are free of cost and aim to encourage
greater public participation, especially among youth
Posted On: 12 MAY 2026 12:16PM by PIB Delhi
New Delhi, May 12: In the run-up to the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030, set to be hosted in
Ahmdabad, Gujarat, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) in collaboration with MyBharat, has launched
three nationwide engagement initiatives.
These initiatives aim to promote sporting spirit, creativity, and youth participation across the country. As
part of the campaign, participants can take part in the ‘Commonwealth Games 2030 Torch Design
Contest’, the ‘CWG Reel Challenge’, and the ‘Commonwealth Games 2030 Quiz’.
The competitions are open to all MyBharat users and seek to build awareness and excitement around the
vision of ‘#CWG2030InBharat’.
Commonwealth Games 2030 Torch Design ContestThe ‘Commonwealth Games 2030 Torch Design Contest’ invites citizens to design a torch concept
inspired by India’s culture, heritage, innovation, sustainability, and sporting excellence. Entries may be
submitted in digital or hand-drawn format along with an optional concept note of up to 200 words.
The contest will be conducted online from 11 May 2026 to 20 May 2026 . Participants may submit only
one entry. Selected winners will receive Fit India hampers and recognition certificates, while eligible
participants will receive digital participation certificates.
For more details, visit: https://mybharat.gov.in/pages/event_detail?event_name=CWG-2030-Torch-Design
-Contest&key=644159126644
CWG Reel ChallengeThe ‘CWG Reel Challenge’, encourages participants to create original reels showcasing India’s evolving
sporting culture, local sports infrastructure, fitness, and enthusiasm for hosting CWG 2030.
Participants are also encouraged to include messages supporting India’s readiness for CWG 2030 and
wishing the Indian contingent success for CWG 2026. The reel duration must not exceed 60 seconds.
The challenge will run from 07 May 2026 to 16 May 2026, with one entry permitted per participant. The
top five reel creators will receive Fit India hampers from SAI.
For more details, visit: https://mybharat.gov.in/pages/event_detail?event_name=CWG-Reel-Challenge&ke
y=139158851139
Commonwealth Games 2030 QuizThe ‘Commonwealth Games 2030 Quiz’ celebrates India’s sporting legacy and aims to increase awareness
about the country’s journey in the Commonwealth Games.
The quiz consists of 10 multiple-choice questions to be completed within 5 minutes. Participants must
score at least 8 marks to qualify. Only one attempt per participant is allowed.
The quiz is open from 09 May 2026 to 26 September 2026, and top five winners will be announced every
week. Participation certificates will also be provided.
For more details, visit: https://mybharat.gov.in/quiz/quiz_dashboard/c09vUVNQUjlMKytsTStSQUkyVFh
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All three initiatives are free of cost and aim to encourage greater public participation, especially among
youth, in India’s sporting movement while fostering creativity, national pride, and collective enthusiasm
for the successful hosting of the Commonwealth Games 2030.*****
Ayushman Kumar
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