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DELHI 2010
At the CGF Assembly in November 2003 Delhi won
the right
to host the 2010 Commonwealth Games. Delhi is
the capital
of India and has a population of approximately
13.8
million. 2010 will be only the second time
that an Asian
country has hosted the Games, with Kuala
Lumpur being
the first in 1998.
The 2010 games were held from 3-14
October. There
will be 17 sports on the program for Delhi,
these include;
Archery, Aquatics, Athletics, Badminton,
Boxing, Cycling,
Gymnastics, Hockey, Lawn Bowls, Netball, Rugby
7s, Shooting,
Squash, Table Tennis, Tennis, Weightlifting
and Wrestling.
The program also included Elite Athletes
with a
Disability (EAD) Events. New and existing
venues
were used to host the 17 sports. Delhi also
saw the construction of a new low rise
development in
the heart of the capital for the athletes
village. The
village is on 40 acres and had the
capacity to host
approximately 8,500 athletes and officials.
The village was not completed in time for all athlete's to move into their rooms when they first arrived, some chose not to attend, some chose alternate accommodation. The lead up to the games demonstrated the high level of corruption, and shoddy workmanship associated with that corruption, in India. Some engineering marvels were also completed, to balance the view.
Some athletes chose not to attend the games because of a perception that the risk of terrorism was too high. Numerous bodyguards and travel companions were deployed to assist with risk reduction for the traveling public.
The assessed risk was High to Extreme. Some analysts placed the probability of a terrorist incident at more than 80%. However, to give the Indian administration their due, no such incidents closely associated with the games occurred. The games were a success, however, the perception of risk also meant the games were poorly attended. Perception is always more important than reality.
__________________________________________________________________________ Excerpts from Australian Government advice re traveling to India for the Commonwealth Games:
You should exercise a high degree of caution in India because of the
high risk of terrorist activity. Pay close attention to your personal
security at all times and monitor the media for information about
possible new safety or security risks.
Terrorist attacks could occur at
any time anywhere in India with little or no warning. For more
information about security risks, see the travel advice for India.
Indian authorities are responsible for security arrangements for the
Games and you should follow their instructions.
Expect large crowds and
possible delays, and allow plenty of time to purchase tickets and travel
to games venues.
When you are in India, be aware that local laws and penalties,
including ones that appear harsh by Australian standards, do apply to
you. If you are arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do
what it can to help you but we can't get you out of trouble or out of
jail.
Traffic conditions in India can be hazardous. Poorly maintained roads
and congestion cause a large number of serious traffic accidents,
though the authorities have upgraded Delhi’s road and public transport
systems for the Games. You should take care on public transport and
when crossing the road. To drive in India you must have a valid Indian
driver’s licence or an international driver’s licence with a valid
Australian driver’s licence.