Sakshi Malik Expresses Support for Fellow Wrestlers’ Political Choices
Veteran wrestler Sakshi Malik has extended her best wishes to Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia following their decision to enter the political arena. Malik, who remains focused on her sports career, affirmed that she is not pursuing politics nor aligning with any political party.
Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia Join Congress
On September 6, wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia officially joined the Congress party. Their induction was marked by a meeting with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and a press conference attended by key party figures, including Congress General Secretary (Organization) KC Venugopal, Haryana in-charge Deepak Babaria, and state Congress President Suraj Bhan.singh .
Sakshi Malik’s Commitment to Sports Development
Sakshi Malik emphasized her commitment to advancing sports in India. Her current focus is on elevating India’s standing in international sports, with a goal of securing at least 50 Olympic medals. Malik plans to work on providing free sports training to children and improving sports facilities across the country.
Vinesh Phogat’s Comments on Political Engagement
Following their joining the Congress, Vinesh Phogat commented on the support received from opposition parties during challenging times, contrasting it with the BJP’s stance. Phogat vowed that their fight for justice and progress would continue.