Bageshwar to Host Grand Wrestling Dangal on Saryu Banks: International Wrestlers to Compete!
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News18•10-01-2026, 17:27
Bageshwar to Host Grand Wrestling Dangal on Saryu Banks: International Wrestlers to Compete!
- •A grand wrestling competition (dangal) is being organized in Bageshwar from January 19 on the Saryu River banks, reviving traditional sports culture before the Uttarayani Mela.
- •Wrestlers from six Indian states (Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand) and Nepal will participate, showcasing diverse wrestling styles.
- •The event will feature both male and female wrestlers, with women's matches aiming to send a positive message about female empowerment in sports.
- •The three-day competition includes matches for local, emerging, and nationally recognized wrestlers, blending traditional akhara wrestling with modern rules.
- •Robust security, medical facilities, and tourism benefits are anticipated, with the dangal promoting Bageshwar's economy and inspiring youth towards sports.
Why It Matters: Bageshwar's Saryu banks will host a grand international wrestling dangal, blending tradition, sport, and culture.
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