India's daughter!

Balali gives Vinesh Phogat a hero's welcome

Vinesh Phogat returns

Vinesh Phogat on Saturday received a grand welcome on her return from Paris

Harayana calling

Several supporters and 'khap panchayats' accompanied her to Balali, her native vilage

Comrades in arms present

Fellow wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and panchayat leaders received her

Rally

Vinesh Phogat stood in an open Jeep and thanked all the supporters

Grand reception

Vinesh got emotional and was consoled by all

Long journey

Vinesh's caravan covered the distance of 135 kilometres from Delhi to Balali in about 12 hours

True champion

Honoured by panchayats on the way, Vinesh Phogat said it was better than winning 1000 Olympic medals