India will showcase its rich cultural heritage during the Glasgow Commonwealth Games closing ceremony on August 2 as the Games flag is handed over to Ahmedabad, host of the centenary 2030 edition. The performance will feature Manushi Chhillar, Shankar Mahadevan and sons, Bhoomi Trivedi, and a unique sitar-bagpipe collaboration, celebrating India-Scotland ties and Gujarat's culture.
Glasgow: India's vibrant culture and its shared values with the Commonwealth family will be showcased during the handover segment of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games closing ceremony on August 2 as part of international celebration that welcomes Ahmedabad as the host of centenary edition in 2030.
Some of India’s biggest music and dance stars will take to the iconic Hydro stage during the closing ceremony when the Commonwealth Games flag will be handed over to India as next Games host.
The 'Handover Segment' will unfold over three Acts, taking the audience on a journey that celebrates shared values, culture and connection, according to a release.
The opening Act marks 150 years of Vande Mataram, the national song of India and a symbol of unity. Led by actress and Miss World Manushi Chhillar, a vibrant ensemble of dancers will bring India’s rich cultural identity to life in a theatrical performance.
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