Akhada and beyond: Haryana poll battle with Vinesh in the ring | Latest news India

Oct 02 2024 06:27 IST

Vinesh Phogat’s Olympic journey and political ambitions are resonating in her hometown as Haryana’s wrestlers push for change ahead of the elections.

A thin layer of asbestos does little to protect wrestlers from the evening sun in the barebones wrestling hall of Mamta Modern Senior Secondary School in Sonepat’s Rathdhana village. The acrid smell of sweat and latex is unmistakable, but not the most overwhelming sensation in this indoor sports arena.