Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday told Lok Sabha about the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Olympics after being found overweight ahead of her women’s 50kg final, and said that the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has lodged a strong protest with the United World Wrestling (UWW).

Mandaviya said that IOA president PT Usha has been directed by PM Modi to take appropriate action.

The disqualification has left Vinesh medal-less within hours of coming close to an unparalleled gold.

What Mandaviya said

— Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was playing in 50 kg category. It was mandatory for her have 50kg weight.

—  She was disqualified as her weight was found 50 kg 100 grams.

— The Indian Olympic Association has lodged a strong protest with the United World Wrestling (UWW). 

— IOA President PT Usha is in Paris, the Prime Minister spoke to her and asked her to take necessary action.

— The government provided every facility to her including personal staff,” said Mandaviya.

Meanwhile, INDIA bloc members walked out after the statement of minister. 

The Opposition had asked for clarification and when not given, opposition protested and staged a walk out from Lok Sabha.