#VineshPhogat

[rainingmbappe]

*overweight by 100g btw. I'm so angry I can't even function

[marauderhead]

Vinesh Phogat's win means so much more to me. And listening to Sakshi Malik in the commentary when she won. It was an emotional but such a powerful moment.

I will never forget the visuals of them struggling at Jantar Mantar and how horribly they were treated. How Sakshi had announced her retirement in protest. How Bajrang Punia had given up his accolades.

Those who refused to give justice to these wrestlers will be the ones congratulating Vinesh today.

Thank you so much, Vinesh. Proud of you.

[grumpy-gran]

Y’all need to hear about Vinesh Phogat

She’s legendary in more ways than one!

Yesterday , she became the first Indian woman wrestler to qualify for Olympic finals. she won the women's 50kg freestyle wrestling event at the Paris Olympics against Japanese Yui Susaki, who is a legend in the sport herself, and the reigning Olympic champion.

This victory is very personal for a lot of women in India.

Vinesh isn’t just a legendary sportsperson, she’s also an outstanding Indian citizen who led protests against the corrupt chief of Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

He stood accused of sexual misconduct and intimidation of wrestlers. Vinesh, she along with fellow wrestlers led protests, seeking his removal as president, from Jan till at least Jun 2023.

Some wrestlers (including a minor if I’m not wrong) eventually filed a case against him, but not before suffering incredibly dehumanising treatment from state institutions and bad faith commentators.

The wrestlers were manhandled and (imo wrongfully) arrested by the Indian police for holding a peaceful protest march. The odds were massively stacked against them in an obviously corrupt system.

Photo - Arun Thakur/AFP

“We fear for our lives. If he [Singh] is not sacked, then the careers of all the young wrestlers who joined the dharna [protest] will be over,” the wrestlers once wrote in a letter to the Indian Olympic Association.

Phogat also said they were receiving death threats.

It was only after the matter garnered national interest that the ruling party in India, of which Singh was an MP, reluctantly distanced themselves publicly from Singh.

Meanwhile, the wrestlers were relentlessly slandered on social/ legacy media by politically extremist commentators. Today a lot of those bad faith actors are hailing her victory as the country’s victory. Laughable, really.

After her win against Susaki, one of her fellow wrestlers and protesters, Bajrang Punia wrote on X,

“This girl was kicked and crushed in her own country.

This girl was dragged on the streets in her country

This girl is going to conquer the world but she lost to the system in this country.”

[translated from Hindi]

Singh, who was presiding for 12 years, was eventually removed from his position but afaik, he has not yet been charged for any crimes, trial is ongoing, I’m not up to date on that.

But there were credible reports citing ongoing intimidation against the wrestlers to dissuade them from litigating against Singh. I think one of the wrestlers, presumably the minor, has already been intimidated into withdrawing their case.

I don’t want to cite statistics on how hard it is for victims of SA to find justice through due process. You can look it up, it’s neigh impossible everywhere, but especially in India. The strength of character it takes to fight against all odds, against the very system that is meant to support you and be the best version of yourself, must be incredible.

She’s a story of hope for the rest of us.

So proud of her. So thankful for her!

[therewasabrowncrow]

Made an anime Olympic version of Vinesh Phogat. This girl led the wrestlers' protest against the Wrestling Foundation India's chief last year and was harassed by the BJP led government's troll army, detained and roughed up by the police. Her win against 4 time champ Yui Sazaki is hers alone.

[akilsposts]

Greater than a Medal...

The story of Vinesh Phogat is one of enduring resilience and an athlete's determination to overcome all the odds stacked against her. From being one of the faces of the brave protest against the sexual harassment faced by women wrestlers (including minors) at the hands of the then head of the Wrestling Federation of India and BJP MP, Brij Bhushan Charan Singh, to becoming an unceasing source of inspiration for innumerable people in this country, Vinesh Phogat has become a shining light in not just the sporting history of India but also among those fighting for a safe and better society.

The story is not unfamiliar to the world because the latest chapter of it unfolded at the Olympic Games which was recently held in Paris. The official version is very simple: Having fought through a draw that needed her to beat the defending Olympic Champion, the reigning European Champion, the reigning Pan American champion in each of her rounds, Vinesh had entered the final and was scheduled to face Sarah Hildebrandt of the USA before she was disqualified on the morning of the bout for being 100g above the permissible weight of 50 kg. Vinesh Phogat's disqualification meant that she would end up receiving no medals. However, it is the role of different sporting and political authorities of our country, and all the events that took place leading to the Olympic final that needs our examination as a concerned society.

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), as is the case with any other sports-body in India, has long been a rubber-stamp that is invariably controlled by the ruling dispensations. The role of this body in this whole affair is suspect. That the alacrity with which it announced the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the competition was not shown in making an appeal against the decision has not gone unnoticed. Its President, P.T. Usha, has been quick to absolve her organisation from all responsibility in the matter and has covertly and overtly placed the blame on the shoulders of the athlete. The Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, addressing the issue in the Parliament, stooped so low as to declaim about the money the government had spent on Vinesh Phogat's training. At this point, it should not be forgotten that it was this same ministry that had delayed in providing accreditation for Phogat's support staff including her coaches and physiotherapists. The snide and even belittling remarks following the disqualification and the barely concealed glee of many elected representatives of the ruling party point to the deep resentment that they had harboured towards Vinesh. However, the most noticeable was the silence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi following each of Phogat's victorious bouts leading to the final. It was very uncharacteristic because he has always been quick to bask in the reflected glory of the achievements of our sportspersons. It is unsurprising that his social media post after the disqualification was equated to the shedding of crocodile tears by the discerning public.

Vinesh Phogat's achievement can only be understood in its true proportions if we take into account the reason for her being above the permissible weight by a mere 100 grams. This is also the reason why she has been a thorn in the flesh of the authorities in our country. Phogat is an athlete whose normal weight is 55-56 kg. She usually competes in the 53kg weight category. However, she had to forgo all rigorous training during the phase of protest where she and fellow wrestlers and Olympic medalists Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia protested for many days and nights on the streets of Delhi at Jantar Mantar demanding the arrest of Brij Bhushan. Not only was she unable to train, she also had to undergo surgery to correct a lingering medical issue. In the meanwhile, the qualifying spot in her preferred 53 kg category was already taken by another wrestler. Fearing that the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) would not allow her trials in the 53 kg category as retribution for her role in the protests, she appeared for trials in both the 53 kg and also the 50 kg. Subsequently, she qualified for the Olympics in the 50kg category. In a sport as gruelling as wrestling it is normal for athletes to gain and lose weight between matches. However, the very fact that Vinesh had to lose 5-6 kg just to compete in the Olympics, that too in a category that is not her preferred one speaks volumes about her determination and character. But, the very fact that she was forced to do all these is the result of the constant obstacles that were erected before her by the nefarious authorities, particularly the WFI which continues to be ruled by Brij Bhushan in all but name.

The story of Vinesh Phogat is compelling. She may have been disqualified for reasons beyond her control, and ones which are suspicious to say the least but she has, undoubtedly, won her greatest battle. She had famously proclaimed that she would happily sacrifice her career if it meant that countless other girls would get an opportunity for a safe working environment. She stuck steadfastly to the same goal going into this Olympics. She knew that it would be her last Olympics and that her career would be over but she wanted to fight for the women who would follow in her path. She was actutely aware that a victory at the Olympics, in front of the watching world would be the greatest slap in the face of a system that not only refuses to come to their aid but obstinately shields the criminals who wronged them. Needless to say, the authorities were also well aware of this. Yet, Vinesh's determination has inspired countless who celebrated each of her victories and wanted her to bring home the much coveted gold. The outrage and disappointment at her disqualification soon turned into a universal acknowledgement of the brave fight put up by this undaunted wrestler. If the rousing and heartwarming reception that she received on her return to India is any indication, Vinesh Phogat's and her fellow wrestlers fight has surely stirred the conscience of this country. This is important for a society that continues to stifle women's participation in not just sports, but all public activities. Recent events in our country are evidence that women remain unsafe in the present social atmosphere. It will be through unrelenting protests and collective activities like sports that we will achieve true democratization. Vinesh Phogat's role will forever be etched into the history of this struggle, for in a world where sportspersons and other famous personalities either openly endorse those in power or remain tight lipped to protect their own personal interests, she has fought the hard battle for a cause greater than an Olympic medal.

[iismmumbai]

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s weight mishap at the Paris Olympics is heartbreaking for the entire nation. 😔 However, it highlights the crucial role of nutrition 🍏 & nutritionists 👩‍⚕️ in an athlete’s sporting career, particularly in weight-category sports such as boxing 🥊 & wrestling. 🤼‍♀️

Ayushi Dhakate, Sports Nutritionist & IISM faculty, has explained the ‘Weight Card Strategy’ 📋 of these games that an athlete must go through for the competition.

Gershem Sunder

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Haryana Assembly Election 2024: Julana जीत रही है Vinesh, पर...!!| Phogat | Congress | Bhaya Ji |

[newshawkers]

विनेश फोगट पर बोले हरियाणा के मुख्यमंत्री सैनी|

[flashfeeds24x7]

Haryana Election 2024:AAP ने घोषित किए उम्मीदवार, Vinesh Phogat और Bhupinder Hooda को भी चुनौती!

हरियाणा विधानसभा चुनाव में आम आदमी पार्टी ने बड़ा दांव खेलते हुए 90 में से 89 सीटों पर अपने उम्मीदवार उतार दिए हैं। जहां कांग्रेस के साथ गठबंधन की संभावनाएं थीं, अब पार्टी ने सभी सीटों पर चुनाव लड़ने का फैसला लिया है। सबसे चर्चित जुलाना सीट पर विनेश फोगाट के खिलाफ डब्ल्यूडब्ल्यूई रेसलर कविता दलाल को टिकट दिया गया है। इसके साथ ही भूपेंद्र सिंह हुड्डा की गढ़ी सांपला सीट पर भी पार्टी ने उम्मीदवार उतारा है। 15-20 सीटों पर त्रिकोणीय मुकाबला होने की संभावना जताई जा रही है।

[jobaaj]

The Remarkable Journey of Vinesh Phogat: India’s Wrestling Star

India has a rich history of producing remarkable athletes who inspire millions. Among these sports icons is Vinesh Phogat, one of India’s top wrestlers. Her journey is a testament to grit, determination, and unyielding perseverance.

Rising to Prominence: A Journey of Dedication

Vinesh Phogat’s story begins in the small village of Balali in Haryana. Born into a family of wrestlers, she was destined for greatness. Her early training under the guidance of her uncle, Mahavir Singh Phogat, laid a solid foundation for her wrestling career.

Her dedication to the sport was evident from a young age. She faced numerous challenges, from societal expectations to physical injuries. Yet, Vinesh’s spirit remained unbroken. She pushed through every obstacle, driven by her passion for wrestling and her desire to make her country proud.

Triumphs on the Global Stage

Vinesh’s hard work and perseverance paid off as she started making waves in the wrestling world. Her first major victory came when she won the gold medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. This was just the beginning.

In 2018, Vinesh made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to win gold at the Asian Games. Her performance was a masterclass in skill and determination, earning her accolades from around the world.

Representing India at the Olympics was a dream come true for Vinesh. Although she faced tough competition, her participation itself was a significant achievement, highlighting her as one of the best in the world.

A Life of Resilience

Vinesh’s journey has not been without its share of challenges. Injuries, setbacks, and controversies have tested her resilience time and again. Despite these hurdles, Vinesh’s focus has never wavered. She continues to train hard, inspire young athletes, and represent India on the global stage.

A Source of Inspiration

Vinesh Phogat’s journey is more than just a story of a wrestler. It’s a narrative of strength, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Her achievements have inspired countless young athletes, especially women, to pursue their dreams despite the odds.

Her life is a shining example of what can be achieved with hard work, dedication, and an unbreakable spirit. Vinesh Phogat is not just a champion in the wrestling ring; she is a true champion of life.

Follow Jobaaj Stories, the media arm of Jobaaj Group, for more updates. Jobaaj Stories started as a storytelling branch and now includes news, inspiring stories, and valuable information. Our mission is to educate and inspire young professionals and students through storytelling, giving you both information and motivation.

[ourpolitician]

क्यों सभापति जगदीप धनखड़ चेयर छोड़कर चले गए|

[angel0news]

Haryana Parties Rally Behind Vinesh Phogat After Paris Olympics Disappointment

Introduction

As the Haryana state elections approach, political parties are rallying in support of wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who faced a significant setback after being disqualified from the final bout at the Paris Olympics. The state is set to go to polls within a few months, and leaders are keen to align themselves with the popular athlete.

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s Support

On Thursday, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini of the BJP announced that Vinesh Phogat would be honored at par with a bronze medalist, despite her disqualification. “Haryana’s courageous daughter Vinesh Phogat gave a brilliant performance in the Olympics and reached the finals. She might not have been able to contest the final match, but she is a champion for all of us. Our government will honor and welcome her the same as we do for a medallist,” Saini declared on X (formerly Twitter).

Under the government’s sports policy, Olympic gold medalists receive Rs 6 crore, silver medalists get Rs 4 crore, and bronze medal winners are awarded Rs 2.5 crore. Saini’s decision ensures Phogat will receive the same recognition and benefits as a bronze medal winner.

Opposition’s Take

Leader of the Opposition and former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda of the Congress party suggested that Phogat should be honored at par with a gold medalist. Hooda also mentioned that if he had sufficient numbers in the Assembly, he would have nominated Phogat for the Rajya Sabha. Currently, the BJP holds a majority in the Assembly, making it likely that their candidate will win the upcoming Rajya Sabha seat election.

AAP’s Early Outreach

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, representing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was the first political leader to visit Phogat’s village in Charkhi Dadri after her disqualification. Mann criticized the BJP, suggesting a conspiracy behind Phogat’s disqualification and called for intervention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Congress and Wrestler Protests

The Congress party has been vocal about supporting the wrestlers' protests against former wrestling federation chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of the BJP. Vinesh Phogat was a prominent figure in these protests, and Congress leaders have stood with the wrestlers. Recently, the Congress inducted a former woman coach who accused ex-sports minister Sandeep Singh of sexual harassment, further showcasing their stance on supporting athletes and women’s rights.

Conclusion

As the Haryana elections draw near, political parties are leveraging their support for Vinesh Phogat to resonate with the electorate. The widespread backing for Phogat reflects her influence and the broader political strategies at play in the state.