Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 12:16pm on 10 Apr 2025,Thursday Sports
Indian wrestler and Congress MLA Vinesh Phogat has opted for a ₹4 crore cash award from the Haryana government, rejecting the alternative offers of a Group-A government job or a residential plot. This recognition comes despite her missing out on the 2024 Paris Olympics due to a weight category disqualification. The reward was promised by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, treating her on par with Olympic silver medalists. Phogat raised the issue in the state assembly, asserting that respect for athletes is more valuable than compensation. Her decision marks a symbolic stand on athlete recognition in India. (PC: ANI)
