Is International Olympic Committee Biased Against India? Nation Fuels with Anger over Vinesh Phogat’s Disqualification

For being overweight, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the 50kg women’s wrestling competition at the Olympics in Paris. With profound sadness, the Indian contingent revealed that, in spite of their best efforts over the night, Vinesh’s weight this morning was marginally over the 50 kg limit. In order to concentrate on the ongoing contests, the team has asked for Vinesh’s privacy. Anger and dissatisfaction have spread throughout India as a result of this tragedy. Many people are expressing their displeasure and fury about the disqualification on Twitter with the hashtag #Boycott, which is now trending.

Allegations of Bias

Allegations of bias by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) have added to the debate. Just a few days ago, Imane Khelif, an Algerian boxer, was granted permission to compete in the Olympics even though she is biologically male. There has been a great deal of uncertainty and criticism over this decision. Khelif had already failed a gender eligibility test, which resulted in his disqualification from the 2023 world championships. However, the fact that she was allowed to compete in the Olympics in Paris raises concerns about the impartiality and consistency of the IOC’s rulings.

IOA is a hypocriteImane Khelif, who looks like a man, was not disqualified by the Olympic Committee. And Vinesh Phogat was disqualified there. This is sheer dishonesty and bias.#BoycottOlympics | #VineshPhogat | #Disqualified | #Olympics | #Paris2024 | #OlympicGames pic.twitter.com/4jb4hvikz2— जन सुनवाई | Jan Sunwai (@JanSunwaiBharat) August 7, 2024

Conspiracy against #Phogat_Vinesh & #IndiaAtOlympics Every #Indian must TREND #boycottolympics@Olympics #OlympicGames #Olympic2024 #Olympics #GOLD— Naveen Bansal (@naveen_bansal) August 7, 2024

This is really sick mindset of #Olympics    A male gender can fight with female?A female with 100gm overweight cannot fight? This is pathetic? Panauti Time to boycott #Olympics    once for all, these games are just made for a handful countries, all judges, every… pic.twitter.com/76ypA6BpP7— Divyanshu Yadav (@DivyanshuYdv) August 7, 2024

This man is declared a woman and is allowed to play in the Paris Olympics.But our wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who defeated the world champion, is disqualified by citing 100 grams excess.All limits of dishonesty are being crossed in this Olympics.#Phogat_Vinesh #विनेश_फोगाट pic.twitter.com/xNvEd4XK4L— Vishal Pandey (@Vishal_aawaj) August 7, 2024

Political Reactions and Support

The disqualification has not only ignited public outrage but also prompted significant political reactions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his support for Vinesh, stating, “Vinesh, you are a champion among champions! You are India’s pride and an inspiration for every Indian. Today’s setback hurts. I wish words could express the sense of despair that I am experiencing. At the same time, I know that you epitomize resilience. It has always been your nature to take challenges head-on. Come back stronger! We are all rooting for you.”

PM Narendra Modi spoke to IOA President PT Usha and sought first-hand information from her on the issue and the options India has in the wake of Vinesh's setback. He asked her to explore the full range of options to help Vinesh’s case. He also urged PT Usha to file a strong… pic.twitter.com/qlGivfAXqL— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2024

PM Modi has spoken to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha, seeking detailed information and exploring all possible options to support Vinesh. He urged PT Usha to file a strong protest against the disqualification if it would help Vinesh’s case.

विनेश फोगाट के फ़ाइनल में न खेल पाने की चर्चा के तकनीकी कारणों की गहरी जाँच-पड़ताल हो और सुनिश्चित किया जाए कि सच्चाई क्या है और इसके पीछे की असली वजह क्या है।— Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) August 7, 2024

Akhilesh Yadav also emphasized the need for an investigation, saying, “There should be a thorough investigation into the technical reasons behind the discussion about Vinesh Phogat not being able to play in the final, and it should be ensured what is the truth and the real reason behind it.”

#WATCH | Delhi: On Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from #ParisOlympics2024, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor says, "Vinesh's triumph up to this point has been hugely impressive. She has shown courage, ability and a tremendous amount of determination…For me, she… pic.twitter.com/QPo6Rk2j1R— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2024

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor expressed his disappointment, stating, “Vinesh’s triumph up to this point has been hugely impressive. She has shown courage, ability, and a tremendous amount of determination. For me, she has won our hearts. I am very disappointed with this news about her technical disqualification. I don’t know how such a thing could have happened, whether our coaches were found wanting in terms of ensuring all the right rules and limits to adhere to. To me, the sad thing is that all her efforts did not get the reward that she deserved.”

Vinesh Phogat's setback in the Olympics has certainly broken the hopes of millions of Indians. She has a brilliant sporting career, shining with the glory of defeating the world champion. This misfortune is merely an exception in her trailblazing career, from which I am sure she…— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) August 7, 2024

Union Minister Amit Shah taking to twitter stated, “Vinesh Phogat’s setback in the Olympics has certainly broken the hopes of millions of Indians. She has a brilliant sporting career, shining with the glory of defeating the world champion. This misfortune is merely an exception in her trailblazing career, from which I am sure she will bounce back to be the winner she always is. Our best wishes and support are always with her.”

ये विनेश का नही देश का अपमान है, @Phogat_Vinesh पूरी दुनिया में इतिहास रचने जा रही थी, उनको 100 ग्राम ओवरवेट दिखाकर अयोग्य घोषित करना घोर अन्याय है। पूरा देश विनेश के साथ खड़ा है, भारत सरकार तुरंत हस्तक्षेप करे, अगर बात ना मानी जाए तो ओलंपिक का बहिष्कार करे।#Phogat_Vinesh…— Sanjay Singh AAP (@SanjayAzadSln) August 7, 2024

AAP Leader Sanjay Singh also expressed his displeasure over the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat he wrote, ” This is not an insult to Vinesh but to the country. @Phogat_Vinesh was going to create history in the whole world. It is a grave injustice to disqualify her by showing her to be 100 grams overweight. The whole country stands with Vinesh. The Indian government should intervene immediately. If this is not accepted then boycott the Olympics.”

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