Despite global media hysteria surrounding the “inhospitable” athlete’s village, corruption and collapsing bridges, the Commonwealth Games began in Delhi last night with a memorable opening ceremony, which charted Indian heritage and present-day experience.
While the atmosphere inside the stadium was rapturous, the same cannot be said about surrounding poverty-stricken areas. Now that the fireworks have stopped, will India deliver a truly stellar event that leaves an indelible impression on its people? Reality check.
[Source: BBC]
