Former wrestler turned politician Vinesh Phogat was awarded prize money of Rs 4 crore by the Haryana government. She plans to use that money to set up a world-class sports academy for young athletes.
As per the Haryana government’s sports policy, athletes are allowed to choose from land, a government job or monetary compensation. According to this policy, Rs 6 crore will be offered for an Olympic gold, Rs 4 crore for silver and Rs 2.5 crore for bronze medal winners. Although Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women’s 50 kg category for marginally exceeding the weight limit, she was granted the silver medallist reward by the Haryana government.
She shared her decision to set up a sports academy on X.. According to her, the public had given her so much love, respect and strength and this was the opportune time to repay it all. She wishes to support the dreams of other athletes.She has also appealed to the public to join her and make this into a reality.
