The Commonwealth Games 2010 closing ceremony had started with a showcase of the various martial arts of India in a routine that had Sanskrit shlokas resonating in the air.
The next piece was in the form of a tribute to our nation with the military martial music section. It left the entire conglomeration awestruck as the crescendo reverberated its magic on the crowd. The melodious evening air was testimony to the fact that India had delivered the best Commonwealth Games ever.
Following this, AR Rahman presented his self composed revival of Vande Matram that was performed by a group of 2010 school students. The colourful and cretive presentation spread India’s feeling of harmony to the world.
Followed-up with a ‘Railgadi’ run by the volunteers of the event and smiles all around the packed Jawaharlal Stadium, the only sentiment that could have been connected to any Indian was that of pride and pride only.
The fun and frolic continued with the athletes taking centre stage and a joyous, eclectic parade was the result. It was a great sight to see the athletes from all over the world break free. They let their hair-down to an equally responsive crowd and India’s major contribution to the mega-event since 1949 was highlighted in the act.
It is the first time such a parade with the athletes at the centre of the show happened in the world.
The event took a futuristic turn as the Scotts invited everyone to the 2014 CWG event to be held in Glasgow.
The final part of the show had music booms that featured an array of famous singers and Shaan’s tribute to the CWG mascot ‘Shera’ was an instant hit with the kids and gave one last glimpse of the Delhi Games’ symbol.
CWG Organising Committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi gave a closing speech that highlighted the events’ achievements and thanked all for their support for the event.
On this day, the CWG flag was taken off to begin a new journey towards Glasgow where the 2014 CWG events will take place. The Glasgow contingent also gave a flavour of things to expect from 2014 CWG with a routine that was amalgamated with tunes of their famed pipers.
Mike Fennel, the chief of the Commonwealth Games Federation summed it up quite aptly when he said, “Delhi, you have delivered a truly exceptional Games, and above all, a wonderful experience for all!”
An array of famous singers like Usha Uthup, Shankar Mahadevan, Shaan, Sunidhi Chauhan and Kailash Kher gave a musical performance to hit the right crescendo, ending the ceremony with dance and gaiety.
The David Dixon award that recognises the outstanding athlete of the Commonwealth Games went to Trisha Smith of Jamaica who won the women`s triple jump gold.
Pyrotechnics and a never before tally of 101 medals drew the curtains on the Commonwealth Games 2010, bringing India’s journey from a single bronze in 1934 to a great platform, showcasing the world its potential and promise.
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