New Delhi: Protesting ace wrestlers of the country have shelved their plans to consign their medals in Ganga after much coaxing from the locals in Haridwar. They have given a five-day deadline for action against the wrestling federation chief. Visuals from the spot show locals consoling the tearful athletes, asking them to hold on to the medals that came to India through years of hard work and dedication. NDTV reported.
Meanwhile, The UP police have said they will not deter the wrestlers from their plan to consign the medals to the Ganga.
What India stands to lose?
If the athletes stick to their resolve, India may lose two Olympic medals and a handful of Commonwealth Games and World Championship medals.
Sakshi Malik: One Olympic bronze and three medals at the Commonwealth Games.
Vinesh Phogat: Two World Championship medals, two medals at Asiad and three Commonwealth Games medals.
Bajrang Punia: An Olympic bronze, four World Championships medals, two Asian Games and three Commonwealth Games medals.
