Cmde Atul Anand, VSM has taken over as Hon Secretary General YAI from R Admiral Dhiren Vig on 02 Jun 17. While handing over the responsibility after an exceptional tenure of five years, he thanked the Yachting Community for their unstinted support. He  also wished all sailors good luck and fair winds.

Cmde Atul Anand carries the experience of having served as the HSG of the federation during 2009 - 2011. On assuming the responsibility, he highlighted that he would work towards ensuring talented yachtspersons of the country are fully supported in a fair and transparent manner by the YAI in order to ensure a podium finish for the country in multiple categories.