The Great Khalli backs Modi's demonetisation exercise

Professional wrestler The Great Khali after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Parliament in New Delhi on Thursday.Photo/PTI

New Delhi: Professional wrestler Khalli on Thursday came out in support of the Narendra Modi government's demonetisation move saying it would be beneficial for the country in the long run. Dalip Singh Rana, better known by his ring name The Great Khalli said 'notebandi' (demonetisation) is good for the country, after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.

Delhi BJP President Manoj Tiwari with professional wrestler The Great Khali at the Parliament in New Delhi on Thursday.Photo/PTI

Khalli said though demonetisation is causing some inconveniences to the people, the move will help the country ultimately. "He (Modi) has taken this decision in the interest of the country. I wanted to congratulate him. I told him that it is good for the country though there are some difficulties being faced by the people. But it is temporary and it will help the country in the long run," Khalli , who had participated in the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) said.