Olympic wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia have joined the Indian National Congress ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections. Phogat recently retired from wrestling and resigned from her position at Indian Railways. The move signifies the Congress party’s efforts to attract popular figures in the lead-up to the elections.
Olympic medalists Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia, known for their fight for justice in the wrestling federation, have joined the Congress party ahead of the Haryana assembly elections. Their decision follows a showcause notice from the Railway authorities, allegedly in response to their meeting with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Both wrestlers have resigned from their Indian Railway posts, citing their decision to focus on serving the nation through politics.
Olympic wrestler Vinesh Phogat visited the farmers’ protest site at the Shambhu border in Haryana, expressing support for the movement while refusing to comment on political aspirations. The visit sparked speculation about a possible political entry, particularly with Haryana’s upcoming state elections. Phogat emphasized the importance of the farmers’ struggle and called for the government to address their concerns.
Today’s news is packed with developments across various sectors. From political announcements to sporting events, business news, and space exploration, here’s a rundown of the key events.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be busy on August 25th, starting his day with the 113th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat.’ He will then travel to Jodhpur to attend the Rajasthan High Court’s platinum jubilee celebrations and later to Jalgaon in Maharashtra to honor ‘Lakhpati Didis’ and disburse funds to self-help groups. Meanwhile, Haryana will witness the BJP’s launch of the ‘Maha Jansampark Abhiyan’ ahead of the state elections. Nagaland is also on high alert due to predicted heavy rainfall.
Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, launched the ‘Kejriwal Ki 5 Guarantee’ for Haryana, promising free electricity, healthcare, education, financial assistance for women, and employment opportunities if the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) comes to power in the state.
