Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has warned that the government will be held responsible if any untoward incident occurs during the upcoming National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh. The event is scheduled to be held under the auspices of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), led by Sanjay Singh.
Phogat made the statement on Sunday, May 3, 2026, expressing concerns over the safety and security of participants. She did not specify the nature of the potential incidents but emphasized that the government must ensure a secure environment for the tournament.
The WFI president, Sanjay Singh, has not yet publicly responded to Phogat's remarks. The tournament is part of the national wrestling calendar and is expected to draw athletes from across the country.
