Rohit Rajpal named India’s Chef de Mission for CWG 2026
Why in the news
India named the leadership team for its Commonwealth Games contingent, choosing a former tennis captain to head the mission.
Key facts
- Appointing body: Indian Olympic Association (IOA).
- Chef de Mission: Rohit Rajpal, former Davis Cup captain.
- Deputy: Ravi Bengani.
- Event: 2026 Commonwealth Games, Glasgow, Scotland.
- Others: PT Usha and senior officials lead the delegation; former boxer Mary Kom is a special guest.
Role of a Chef de Mission
- The senior official who heads a country’s team delegation at a multi-sport event, as in this appointment for India.
Exam angle
- Host city of CWG 2026: Glasgow.
- Person: Rohit Rajpal (ex-Davis Cup captain).
- Deputy: Ravi Bengani; guest: Mary Kom.