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Rajpal Appointed Chef de Mission for Glasgow Games
24 May
Summary
- Rohit Rajpal named Chef de Mission for the Commonwealth Games.
- Ravi Bengani will serve as Deputy Chef de Mission.
- The Games are scheduled from July 23 to August 2.
Rohit Rajpal, currently the captain of India's Davis Cup team, has been appointed as the country's Chef de Mission for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games. This decision was reportedly made by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) sources. Ravi Bengani has been named as the Deputy Chef de Mission, while Vandana Rao and Rahul Swami will act as general team managers for the Indian contingent.
The IOA leadership views Rajpal's appointment as a secure and effective choice, citing his considerable administrative experience and good relationships across various sports federations. His calm approach and familiarity with athletes and officials from different disciplines were key factors in his selection.
The Commonwealth Games are scheduled to be held from July 23 to August 2. This edition is expected to be a scaled-down event compared to previous years, with fewer disciplines and athletes participating. India is anticipated to send a more compact contingent for these Games.
