Overview
- Following Saturday's Annual General Meeting in Horsens, she began duties on the Badminton World Federation Council after completing vetting and formally joining at the end of 2025.
- As the Athletes' Commission chair elected in December for the 2026–2029 term, she holds a full vote on the board that sets the sport's global direction.
- BWF President Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul welcomed her appointment, noting it is uncommon for a current top player to hold a voting seat in the federation's leadership.
- Sindhu said she will carry player perspectives into Council decisions, with coverage pointing to prize money at World Championships and the heavy load of mandatory events as likely areas of focus.
- Her governance path includes service on the Athletes' Commission since 2017 and work as a BWF Integrity Ambassador since 2020, giving her long-running ties to the institution.