In recognition of Hamida Banu’s achievements, Google dedicated a Doodle to Hamida Banu, widely considered India’s first professional woman wrestler.
- Banu’s career flourished in the 1940s and 1950s, a time when wrestling was a male-dominated sport.
- Nicknamed the “Amazon of Aligarh,” Banu reportedly won over 300 matches throughout her career.
- The Google Doodle illustration, created by Bengaluru artist Divya Negi, depicts Banu surrounded by Indian flora and fauna.
May 4th chosen for Hamida Banu Google Doodle
The specific date of the Doodle holds historical significance for Hamida Banu. On May 4, 1954, she secured a decisive victory against renowned wrestler Baba Pahalwan. This win, achieved in just 1 minute and 34 seconds, garnered Banu international acclaim and reportedly led to Pahalwan‘s retirement.
International Recognition
Following her triumph over Pahalwan, Hamida Banu received widespread coverage in international media outlets, including The Associated Press, which reported on the brief but decisive about.
Inspiration for Artist
Divya Negi, the artist behind the Google Doodle, expressed her admiration for Hamida Banu’s defiance of societal norms. “Learning about Hamida’s fight against conservative norms was truly inspiring,” Negi said. “Going against the grain is difficult, and being a woman adds another layer of challenge. But Hamida persevered and emerged victorious.”
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