Phogat Geeta

Geeta Phogat

Geeta Phogat (born 15 December 1988) is an Indian freestyle wrestler from Bhiwani, Haryana. She is part of the Phogat family of wrestlers trained by her father Mahavir Singh Phogat.

Biography

Born in Bhiwani, Geeta grew up in a family dedicated to wrestling. She and her sister Babita Phogat became prominent figures in Indian women’s wrestling and helped popularize the sport in India.

Notable achievements

• Gold medal at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi, in women’s freestyle wrestling, making her one of India's first female wrestling gold medallists at the Commonwealth Games.
• Her life and family story were depicted in the 2016 Hindi film Dangal, which brought international attention to the Phogat sisters.

Public profile and media

Geeta has been widely covered by Indian and international media as a pioneering woman in wrestling. She has participated in interviews, public appearances, and discussions promoting women’s sports and athletic development in Haryana and across India.

Recent projects and activities

In recent years, Geeta has engaged in activities related to sports outreach, coaching, and motivational speaking, focusing on encouraging young people, especially girls, to pursue athletics and fitness. She remains a visible figure in discussions surrounding women’s wrestling in India.

Social media

Geeta maintains public profiles on major social platforms where she shares training updates, appearances, and messages related to sport and empowerment. For the most current handles, please verify on the respective platforms as usernames can change over time.