The Curious “Dangal” of Vinesh Phogat, Nita Ambani and Jay Shah

 The Curious “Dangal” of Vinesh Phogat, Nita Ambani and Jay Shah

The Curious “Dangal” of Vinesh Phogat, Nita Ambani and Jay Shah

Posted on 14th October, 2024 (GMT 13:10 hrs)

ABSTRACT

The article critiques the contemporary influence of Nita Ambani and Jay Shah in Indian sports, highlighting Vinesh Phogat’s unjustified Olympic disqualification and accusing Ambani and Shah of benefiting from nepotism in their respective sports roles. It argues that Ambani and Shah’s powerful positions are unjustified, questioning their qualifications and linking their influence to political patronage from the ruling BJP. The piece also reflects on larger issues of crony capitalism and the state’s protection of oligarchs, framing Phogat’s struggle as part of a broader fight against corruption.


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