Wrestler Babita Phogat welcomes baby girl on Shivratri
New Delhi, August 12
Veteran wrestler and BJP leader Babita Phogat has been blessed with a baby girl on the auspicious occasion of Shivratri on Tuesday.
Sharing the news on X, Babita said the arrival of her daughter, whom she described as an embodiment of Goddess Parvati, has brought immense joy to her and her family.
Calling the birth an "invaluable blessing", Babita said the happiness of welcoming her daughter was beyond words and sought blessings from her followers for the newborn.
"Behold the grace of Mahadev--on the holy occasion of Shivratri, a little angel--a daughter embodying the spirit of Parvati--has arrived in my life. The joy of welcoming my daughter is an invaluable blessing for me and my family. This feeling and happiness are beyond words. I seek the blessings of you all!" Babita Phogat wrote on X.
The newborn girl is the second child of Babita Phogat and her husband Vivek Suhag. The couple welcomed their first child, a son, in January 2021.
Babita married Vivek Suhag in 2019. A Commonwealth Games gold medallist, she gained nationwide recognition after her life story inspired one of the characters in the Bollywood film Dangal.
She later ventured into politics and has continued to remain active in public life. Following the arrival of their daughter, Babita and Vivek have received congratulatory messages and blessings from family, friends and fans.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Congratulations to Babita and her family! It's wonderful to see athletes transitioning into family life so gracefully. The cultural significance of having a baby on Shivratri is beautiful, and it's clear this means a lot to them.
So happy for Babita di! 🎉 From winning gold for India to now being blessed with a daughter on such an auspicious day. As a woman, I feel especially proud - she's breaking stereotypes both on the mat and in life. Dangal ki asli hero, beti sirf matlab nahi, shakti hai! Wishing the little one lots of love and success.
Heartiest congratulations to Babita Phogat and Vivek Suhag! 🙏 Her journey from a wrestling champion to a proud mother is truly inspiring. This news on Shivratri feels especially divine - Maa Parvati ka ashirwad hai. However, I do wish our politicians, regardless of party, would focus more on athletes' welfare and sports infrastructure when they are in power, rather than only celebrating their personal milestones. Just a thought.
Congratulations to the new parents! 🌸 The name 'Parvati' connection is lovely, and it's nice to see how culture and family blend in such celebrations, even for public figures like Babita. Wishing the little one a lifetime of happiness!
Babita ma'am, congratulations! 🎊 Har Har Mahadev! It's such a proud moment for all of us who follow wrestling. Having a daughter on Shivratri is indeed a divine blessing - betiyan hi
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