Smriti Mandhana Appointed UNICEF Celebrity Advocate

Smriti Mandhana, the captain of the Indian women's cricket team, has been appointed as a Celebrity Advocate for UNICEF India on the occasion of the International Day of the Girl. This new role will see her advocating for equal opportunities for girls and supporting initiatives aimed at enhancing their health, education, and leadership.

Mandhana expressed her honor in joining UNICEF, emphasizing the importance of opportunities in realizing dreams. She has previously participated in campaigns promoting gender equality and life skills, and as a Celebrity Advocate, she aims to ensure that girls have the freedom and support to pursue their ambitions.

Mandhana, who recently took over as captain after Harmanpreet Kaur's resignation, has a notable cricketing career, including being part of India's first ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup victory in 2025. She has also set records in women's ODI cricket and is recognized as the top-ranked ODI batter.