New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Sanjay Singh on Friday hailed the growing stature of Indian wrestling, crediting the support of the government for the sport's progress, while World Championship medallist Manisha Bhanwala said her historic gold medal had helped change people's perception of wrestling and inspired a shift in the mindset of young athletes.

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the 2026 Senior Commonwealth Women's Wrestling Championships selection trials in New Delhi, Sanjay Singh said Indian wrestling was progressing steadily, pointing to the country's achievements at the Asian Games and World Championships.

"See, wrestling is at its peak day by day-I mean, it is on the rise. In the Asian ...