The police forcibly removed a group of wrestlers who were protesting at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Tuesday. The protest was against the non-inclusion of wrestling in the Commonwealth Games.
The incident drew criticism from political leaders and the wrestling community.
Wrestlers Protest Against Commonwealth Games Exclusion
The wrestlers, who had been protesting for over two weeks, demanded that the sport be included in the Commonwealth Games. They argued that wrestling has a rich history in the Commonwealth and that its exclusion was unjustified.
Police Remove Wrestlers from Jantar Mantar
On Tuesday, the police used force to remove the protesters from Jantar Mantar, sparking outrage among the wrestling community. Videos of the incident went viral on social media, with many condemning the police action.
Political Leaders Condemn Police Action
Several political leaders, including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi, condemned the police action and expressed their support for the wrestlers.
Wrestling Community Demands Justice
The wrestling community also expressed its solidarity with the protesters and demanded justice. They argued that the police action was unjustified and that the wrestlers had a right to peaceful protest.
The incident has once again highlighted the need for a more inclusive approach to sports in India. The wrestling community has called for the inclusion of their sport in the Commonwealth Games and for greater support for athletes. The government and sports authorities must take note of these demands and work towards a more equitable and inclusive sporting landscape in the count.