Haroli/Una, October 25 (Rajveer Chopra):- Baba Farid emerged victorious at the Lakhdata Wrestling Dangal held in Bhadiara in the Haroli area, delivering an impressive performance to claim the title. The winner, Baba Farid, was awarded ₹1.5 lakh, while runner-up wrestler Vinayak from Uttar Pradesh received ₹1 lakh. A large number of wrestling enthusiasts attended the event and enjoyed the wrestlers’ strength and exciting bouts. Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri attended the programme as the chief guest.
Encouraging the wrestlers, he said traditional wrestling is an important part of rural culture and sporting heritage. Such events inspire young people to participate in sports and play a significant role in keeping traditional sporting culture alive.
On the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister announced ₹25 lakh for the Lakhdata Dangal Committee. The announcement generated enthusiasm among the organising committee and wrestling enthusiasts. It is being viewed as an important step towards promoting traditional sports and local events in the region. The dangal was organised under the leadership of Lakhdata Dangal Committee president Sohan Singh, along with Hind Kesari Gaurav Pehalwan and Sanjay Pehalwan.
Kala Baba, former president Jaswant Singh, Dildar, Subhash Chand and other committee members contributed to the successful organisation of the event. Wrestlers from various areas showcased their traditional wrestling techniques and physical skills in the arena. Spectators encouraged the wrestlers with applause and cheers throughout the bouts. Baba Farid secured victory through his outstanding performance and demonstrated his wrestling prowess.
The Bhadiara dangal proved to be an important event in promoting the region’s traditional sporting culture and connecting the younger generation with wrestling. Baba Farid’s victory, the prize money awarded to the winner and runner-up, and the Deputy Chief Minister’s announcement of ₹25 lakh were the main highlights of the programme.
