Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty elected first woman Press Club of India head
Why in the news
Senior journalist Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty was elected president of the Press Club of India, the first woman to hold the post. Voting took place on Saturday and the results were declared on Sunday, with the outcome reported on 15 December 2025.
Key facts
- Her panel won every position by a 21-0 margin.
- Secretary General: Afzal Imam.
- Vice-President: Jatin Gandhi.
- Treasurer: Aditi Rajput, elected unopposed.
- Joint Secretary: P R Sunil, elected unopposed.
- The Managing Committee has 16 members.
| Post | Office-bearer |
|---|---|
| President | Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty |
| Secretary General | Afzal Imam |
| Vice-President | Jatin Gandhi |
| Treasurer | Aditi Rajput |
| Joint Secretary | P R Sunil |
About the Press Club of India
The Press Club of India is based in New Delhi and represents journalists working in print, digital and broadcast media. The result was described as a historic shift in the club’s leadership.
Exam angle
- Key term: first woman president of the Press Club of India.
- The winning panel took all posts, 21-0.
- Remember the five named office-bearers for appointment-based questions.