Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of the BWF Athletes’ Commission for the period 2026-2029?

Answer

PV Sindhu

Explanation

India's star shuttler PV Sindhu will hold this international position from 2026 to 2029.

Key Points

> PV Sindhu is the only Indian woman to win two Olympic medals
> BWF is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur
> She will represent Indian players at the international level

Additional Information

PV Sindhu received the Padma Bhushan in 2018.
She is the first Indian shuttler to win gold at the World Championships.

Organization	BWF
Established	1934
Headquarters	Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

January 2026 Current Affairs Monthly Current Affairs Medium

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