Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia likely to contest Haryana Assembly elections 2024
This move marks a notable moment in Indian politics, as Phogat and Punia are both highly respected figures in the world of sports.
Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia likely to contest Haryana Assembly elections 2024, met Rahul Gandhi Latest News: Indian wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia are reportedly gearing up to enter the political arena, with speculation that they might contest the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections on a Congress ticket. On Wednesday, the two wrestlers met Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.
According to sources quoted by ANI, the two athletes are expected to resign from their current posts soon, signaling a significant shift from their sporting careers to politics.
The wrestlers' political ambitions became apparent after they met with Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and a prominent Congress MP. Following their meeting with Gandhi, both Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia were seen in discussions with Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal in Delhi, further fueling rumors of their potential candidacies.
This move marks a notable moment in Indian politics, as Phogat and Punia are both highly respected figures in the world of sports, having represented India on numerous international platforms.
Their decision to join the political fray could bring a fresh perspective to the upcoming elections in Haryana, particularly as they have been vocal about various social issues in the past. If they do contest the elections, it will be interesting to see how their transition from sports to politics unfolds.
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