The decision confirms that the world's most populous nation will stage the landmark edition of the Games, after delegates of the 74 Commonwealth member nations and territories ratified India's bid at today's Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow.
Saina Nehwal, at the launch of "A Racquet's Second Life" initiative, highlighted recent strong performances by youngsters such as Tanvi Sharma at the World Junior Championships and Lakshay Sen at the Australian Open, calling them signs that India is moving in the right direction.