An international powerlifter was attacked by a man with iron rods when she objected to an obscene remark made by him in Farah town in Mathura district, police said.
Asama Alwi, 25, an international powerlifter, was waiting for a bus to Agra when she was attacked by owner of a scrap shop Lala alias Munna yesterday, they said.
"The hunt for the culprit is on. The woman has been medically examined. Stern action would be taken against the culprit," ASP Kunvar Anupam Singh said.
The accused fled from the scene when Alwi raised an alarm.
Sports and games fraternity of the district have condemned the attack and demanded stern action against the accused.
They said police should provide protection to Alwi.
