The wrestlers, including Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat, and Bajrang Punia, have traveled to Haridwar to immerse their medals in the Ganga river.
They have been protesting against the chief of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, due to allegations of sexual harassment.
The wrestlers were visibly emotional as they reached Har ki Pauri and sat by the river holding their medals.
Former India cricket captain Anil Kumble has expressed his support for the wrestlers who were detained by Delhi Police on May 28.
The wrestlers, including Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat, and Bajrang Punia, have been protesting against alleged sexual harassment by the chief of the Wrestling Federation of India.
Kumble took to Twitter to convey his dismay over the treatment of the wrestlers and emphasized the importance of resolving the issue through dialogue. He hopes for a swift resolution to the matter.
In a symbolic act, the protesting wrestlers have traveled to Haridwar to immerse their hard-earned medals in the sacred Ganga river. This gesture was aimed to draw attention to their cause and demonstrate their unwavering commitment to justice.
Vinesh Phogat, the first Indian woman wrestler to win gold at the Asian Games, has an impressive track record with multiple medals in the Commonwealth Games and wrestling World Championships.
Bajrang Punia, who secured a bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, has consistently performed well in international competitions. He has earned gold and silver medals at the Asian Games, as well as medals in the wrestling World Championships and Commonwealth Games.
Sakshi Malik, the only Indian female wrestler to have won an Olympic medal, holds notable achievements, including a gold, silver, and bronze in the Commonwealth Games.
As the wrestlers arrived at Haridwar, emotions ran high. Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat, and their cousin Sangeeta were seen sobbing while their husbands provided support. Surrounded by their devoted supporters, the wrestlers sat in silence for about 20 minutes.