Vinesh Phogat's Village Celebrates Her Return With 750 kg Laddoos, Emotional Tributes

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:47pm on 18 Aug 2024,Sunday Sports

In Balali, Haryana, Vinesh Phogat's return from the Paris Olympics was met with a heartwarming celebration. Villagers, including a 10-year-old boy named Anshaj Kumar, guarded 750 kilograms of desi ghee laddoos prepared for the occasion. Despite missing an Olympic medal, Phogat was showered with love, donations, and gifts, including a pagdi and a sword. Villagers expressed pride in their "chhori" with emotional tributes, highlighting her bravery and achievements. The celebration continued late into the night, with residents of all ages honoring Phogat as their hero.

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