Who was Rohit Dhankar? National-level athlete beaten to death at Rohtak wedding, here’s what happened
Rohit Dhankar was attacked after objecting to inappropriate behavior at a wedding programme. He died of his injuries while undergoing treatment at Pandit BD Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences in Rohtak on Saturday.
A national-level para-athlete from Haryana’s Rohtak district died of his injuries two days after a group of men hit him with iron rods and hockey sticks. Rohit Dhankar was attacked after objecting to inappropriate behavior at a wedding programme. He died of his injuries while undergoing treatment at Pandit BD Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences in Rohtak on Saturday.
On Thursday evening (November 27), 28-year-old Dhankar and his friend Jatin went to attend a wedding ceremony in Rewari Khera. They had an argument with some guests at the venue after Dhankar called out his unruly behavior. After the ceremony, Dhankar and Jatin were returning to Rohtak when their car was rear-ended and they were surrounded by a group of 15-20 people. The men brutally attacked Dhankar with iron rods and hockey sticks, leaving him severely injured. Jatin somehow managed to escape the attack. Dhankar was first admitted to Bhiwani General Hospital, but after his condition worsened, he was referred to Rohtak hospital, where he died.
The police launched an investigation into the incident and detained 6 people related to the attack. One of the vehicles used in the attack was also seized. Dhankar was a two-time junior national record holder and a seven-time senior para national champion. He had also represented India internationally in powerlifting. Dhankar was working as a gym trainer. He was also honored by former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, his uncle told the media. The relative added, “There were around 30-35 bruise marks on his body. We want justice.”
