King Charles III declares Commonwealth Games 2026 open in Glasgow

King Charles III officially opened the Commonwealth Games 2026 at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Wednesday. Olympic medallists Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain led the Indian contingent at the Parade of Nations to a thunderous reception.

King Charles III declared the Commonwealth Games 2026 open during the ceremony held at the OVO Hydro venue in Glasgow. The event marked the start of the multi-sport competition.

Olympic medallists Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain headed the Indian team as it entered the Parade of Nations. The contingent received a strong welcome from the audience.

The opening ceremony took place on Wednesday, according to reports from India Today published the same day.

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