SELLOTAPE LEGACY Hardcover

"Sellotape Legacy: Delhi and the Commonwealth Games" delves into the tumultuous and often controversial story behind Delhi's hosting of the 2010 Commonwealth Games. This incisive book unpacks the complex interplay of politics, economics, and national ambition that shaped the event, revealing the staggering costs, shifting priorities, and underlying motivations that drove its execution. Drawing on extensive research, including previously unexamined archives, the authors provide a critical perspective on how the Games became a symbol of India's aspirations on the global stage, while also exposing the significant financial excesses and social impact on the city and its citizens.