Railways Fast-Tracks Resignation Process for Wrestlers Vinesh and Bajrang

The Northern Railway has initiated an expedited process to accept the resignations of renowned wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia. This move comes in the wake of both athletes joining the Congress party, with Phogat receiving a ticket to contest in the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections from the Julana constituency. 

Railway officials have confirmed that the standard three-month notice period typically required for employee resignations will be waived in this case. A senior railway official, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated, "We have decided to relax the norm in their cases. Both players will be relieved possibly today or as early as possible."

The decision to expedite the resignation process is particularly crucial for Phogat, who needs to be officially relieved from her railway duties to be eligible for contesting in the elections. This swift action by the Railways eliminates potential hurdles in her political aspirations.

The wrestlers' journey from sports to politics began when they met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to join his party. This meeting prompted the Northern Railway to issue show-cause notices to both Phogat and Punia, citing service norms for government employees. In response, both athletes submitted their resignations. 

The issuance of show-cause notices had initially raised concerns about Phogat's ability to contest the elections, given the standard three-month notice period. However, the Railways' decision to fast-track the process has allayed these fears.

This transition marks a significant shift in the careers of both Phogat and Punia, who have been prominent figures in Indian wrestling. Their move from sports to politics has garnered considerable attention, reflecting a trend of athletes leveraging their public profiles in the political arena. 

As the Railways work to finalize their resignations, all eyes will be on Phogat's electoral debut and Punia's future role in the Congress party. This development not only impacts the sports community but also adds an interesting dynamic to the political landscape of Haryana.