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PAHALWAN After 12 long years of hardship, dedication, practice, sacrifice and regularity, a kushti professional is entitled to be a Pahalwan. After becoming a Pahalwan, one can participate in national level competitions. A ‘Pahalwan’ is a prestigious title in numerous villages of Maharashtra. Village heads often take pride in inviting Pahalwans for competitions held in their villages.