Sportspersons cancel march to Rashtrapati Bhavan

Jalandhar, December 11

In view of sealing the toll plazas on Jaipur-Delhi route by farmer organisations, the sportspersons from all over the country have cancelled their proposed march to Rashtrapati Bhawan on December 12.

Padma Shri wrestler Kartar Singh, along with other sportspersons had started their march on December 5 from Jalandhar to return their honours to the President in a show of support to the stir.

Majority of sportspersons are from farming background. They were joined on the way by other former players. Their numbers have swelled to almost 50 and included Arjuna awardees, Padma Shri awardees, Dronacharya and Dhyan Chand recipients.

They had sought time from Rashtrapati Bhawan for a meeting on December 9 but no communication was received.

Many awardees from other states had also lent support for the proposed march. Now, it has been decided to announce the next step later.

Meanwhile, prominent wrestler from Maharashtra Arjuna winner Kaka Pawar, announced support to agitating farmers. — TNS