Hema Malini Says Vinesh Phogat Being Disqualified For Being Overweight Is A Lesson To Watch Our Weight. Is She For Real?

BJP minister Hema Malini reacts to Vinesh Phogat's sudden disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024.

Hema Malini Says Vinesh Phogat Being Disqualified For Being Overweight Is A Lesson To Watch Our Weight. Is She For Real?

It’s just unbelievable how things can turn upside down in seconds. One moment we were all celebrating Vinesh Phogat’s win in the semi-finals at the Paris Olympics 2024, and now we are left heartbroken after her sudden disqualification. However, BJP minister Hema Malini reacted to the athlete’s disqualification and the internet thinks it to be one of the most insensitive statements. Well, we would disagree with them on this!

What Did Hema Malini Say On Vinesh Phogat’s Disqualification?

BJP minister Hema Malini gave her reaction to wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s sudden disqualification from the Paris Olympics right before we were all hoping for a god in women’s wrestling. Talking about the PTI, Hema Malini stated that Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification is a lesson for us to remember that even a 100 gm difference in weight can make a huge difference. She also added that people should keep their weight checked. Hema Malini found the disqualification news very strange and surprising. She called this disqualification a lesson and hoped that Vinesh Phogat would lose the 100 gm weight soon but also added that it would no longer make any difference because the decision had been made.

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For the unversed, Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the 50 kg women’s wrestling because she was overweight by 100 gms. This news has left the Indians heartbroken and in unfortunate news, it was also reported that the wrestler was immediately hospitalised after she experienced dehydration.

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Reacting to Hema Malini’s statement, many internet users questioned the insensitive nature of the politician. Some people also asked Hema Malini to understand the gravity of the situation and not make such pathetic remarks. It’s sad to see the politicians react in such a negative way for a world-class athlete who just lost such a big opportunity at the Olympics. However, we are still proud of Vinesh Phogat.

First Published: August 07, 2024 6:24 PM

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