With over 24 international titles under her belt, Nehwal is one of India’s most popular sportspersons. The former world number 1 is also a recipient of the Padma Sri, the Padma Bhushan, the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and the Arjuna Award.

The saffron party has attracted a number of sportspersons over the last few years, including cricketer Gautam Gambhir and wrestler Babita Phogat.

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(With inputs from ANI.)