Witnessed Brij Bhushan's inappropriate behaviour towards female wrestlers: Jagbir
1 year, 6 months ago

Witnessed Brij Bhushan's inappropriate behaviour towards female wrestlers: Jagbir

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: International referee Jagbir Singh on Thursday claimed that he has been a witness to Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's inappropriate behaviour towards female grapplers on several occasions since 2013. Jagbir, who has been a coach-cum-international referee since 2007, said he witnessed Brij Bhushan's misbehaviour with his own eyes on numerous occasions. Asked about Brij Bhushan's denial of all the allegations, Jagbir said: "Does a thief ever say I have stolen? He, however, refused to comment on the U-turn of the minor wrestler's father, who said he accused Brij Bhushan due to personal enmity after his daughter was discriminated during U-17 Asian Championship Trials.

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Sakshi Malik's Jaw-Dropping Revelations: Former Wrestling Federation of India Chief Accused of Sexual Harassment
2 months ago

Sakshi Malik's Jaw-Dropping Revelations: Former Wrestling Federation of India Chief Accused of Sexual Harassment

Hindustan Times  

Sakshi Malik, an Olympic bronze medallist, has come forward with explosive allegations against former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Singh. Malik claims that Singh attempted to sexually harass her in 2012 during an Asian Junior Championship in Almaty, Kazakhstan. She alleges that Singh summoned her to his hotel room under the pretext of speaking with her parents, …

Sakshi Malik Claims Babita Phogat Encouraged WFI Protests, But It's Not All About Her
2 months ago

Sakshi Malik Claims Babita Phogat Encouraged WFI Protests, But It's Not All About Her

Hindustan Times  

Sakshi Malik claims that Babita Phogat of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was the one who motivated wrestlers to start the protest against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. She said Phogat approached wrestlers with the idea of protesting against Singh because she had her own agenda, which was to become the WFI president.

Wrestlers sexual harassment case: Delhi Court adjourns statement recording against Brij Bhushan Singh
3 months, 1 week ago

Wrestlers sexual harassment case: Delhi Court adjourns statement recording against Brij Bhushan Singh

India TV News  

The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi has adjourned the recording of the victim's statement in the high-profile sexual harassment case against former Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh until September 13. Several women wrestlers have come forward with serious accusations, leading to a formal legal challenge against the former WFI president. The case originated from a complaint …

Delhi HC admonishes Brij Bhushan Singh over plea: 'Nothing but an oblique way'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi HC admonishes Brij Bhushan Singh over plea: 'Nothing but an oblique way'

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi high court on Thursday admonished former Wrestling Federation of India president and Bharatiya Janata Party leader, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, for filing a plea to quash the trial court's proceedings in a sexual harassment case after the charges were framed. Former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh arrives to appear before the …

No immediate relief from HC for BJP leader and ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan
3 months, 3 weeks ago

No immediate relief from HC for BJP leader and ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan

New Indian Express  

The Delhi High Court on Thursday refused to provide immediate relief for BJP leader and ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a petition filed by him challenging the FIR, chargesheet as well as all the trial court proceedings in a case related to sexual harassment of several female wrestlers. Singh, who faces charges of sexual misconduct and criminal intimidation, …

Delhi Police deny withdrawing security of women wrestlers who accused Brij Bhushan of sexual harassment
4 months ago

Delhi Police deny withdrawing security of women wrestlers who accused Brij Bhushan of sexual harassment

The Hindu  

The Delhi Police on Friday informed the court hearing the sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers against former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, that the security provided to the complainants had not been withdrawn, and there was some “miscommunication”. Additional Public Prosecutor Atul Kumar Srivastava, appearing for Delhi Police, informed the court of Additional Chief …

Security of complainants in case against Brij Bhushan removed? ‘A misunderstanding’, says Delhi Police
4 months ago

Security of complainants in case against Brij Bhushan removed? ‘A misunderstanding’, says Delhi Police

Hindustan Times  

Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik, in identical posts on social media platform X claimed on Thursday that Delhi Police have removed security cover of three female wrestlers, complainants in the sexual harassment case against ex-Wrestling Federation of India president, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh The trio of Phogat, Malik, and fellow grappler Bajrang Punia, …

Former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Singh Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Harassment Charges in Delhi Court
7 months ago

Former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Singh Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Harassment Charges in Delhi Court

News 18  

India’s scandal-hit ex-wrestling federation chief pleaded not guilty to sexual harassment of female athletes as his trial opened Tuesday. A Delhi court on Tuesday framed charges of sexual harassment, intimidation and outraging the modesty of women against ex-Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a criminal case filed by female wrestlers. Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, a lawmaker …

'Big victory for women wrestlers': Sakshi, Bajrang welcome Delhi court's decision to frame charges against Brij Bhushan
7 months, 2 weeks ago

'Big victory for women wrestlers': Sakshi, Bajrang welcome Delhi court's decision to frame charges against Brij Bhushan

Firstpost  

Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court on Friday ordered the framing of sexual harassment and other charges against ex-WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case against him. Olympic medallists Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik had been key members of the wrestlers' protest against former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who had been accused of sexually harassing several …

Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia hail framing of charges against Brij Bhushan; ex-WFI chief says ‘doors have opened…’
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia hail framing of charges against Brij Bhushan; ex-WFI chief says ‘doors have opened…’

Live Mint  

A Delhi court ordered the framing of sexual harassment charges against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Friday — drawing cheers from star grapplers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia. Delhi Police had filed a charge sheet against Singh and former WFI assistant secretary Vinod Tomar in the case in June last year. I welcome the decision of the …

Delhi Court Orders Framing Of Charges Against Brij Bhushan In Sexual Harassment Case
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Court Orders Framing Of Charges Against Brij Bhushan In Sexual Harassment Case

News 18  

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of charges against former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh the sexual harassment case lodged against them by six women wrestlers against him. Protesting Wrestlers Welcomes Court’s Verdict Star grapplers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia on Friday welcomed the Delhi court’s decision to frame sexual harassment charges …

Delhi Court Frames Sexual Harassment Charges Against BJP MP Brij Bhushan Saran Singh
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Court Frames Sexual Harassment Charges Against BJP MP Brij Bhushan Saran Singh

Live Law  

A Delhi Court on Friday framed sexual harassment charges against BJP MP and former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Singh with respect to five women wrestlers.“This court has found sufficient material on record to frame charges against accused no. 1 Brij Bhushan Saran Singh for the offences under Section 354 and 354A of the Indian Penal Code. A Delhi Court on …

Ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan to be charged with sexual harassment, criminal intimidation, orders Delhi court
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan to be charged with sexual harassment, criminal intimidation, orders Delhi court

Hindustan Times  

The former president of the Wrestling Federation of India Brij Bhushan Singh will be charged with sexual harassment as a Delhi court on Friday ordered framing charges against him in the sexual harassment case by female wrestlers. Ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan charged with sexual harassment This winds up a long case which saw the wrestlers taking to the street against …

‘Daughters have lost’: Wrestler Sakshi Malik on Brij Bhushan’s son's candidature
7 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Daughters have lost’: Wrestler Sakshi Malik on Brij Bhushan’s son's candidature

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party’s decision to name Karan Bhushan Singh as the candidate from the Kaiserganj constituency in Uttar Pradesh, replacing his father and six-time MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, has drawn sharp criticism from wrestlers who hit the streets against former Wrestling federation of India chief last year over the alleged sexual harassment of female wrestlers. “India’s …

Brij Bhushan seeks further probe on wrestlers' allegations, court defers order
8 months, 1 week ago

Brij Bhushan seeks further probe on wrestlers' allegations, court defers order

India Today  

A Delhi court on Thursday deferred its order on framing of charges against former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Advocate Rajiv Mohan for Brij Bhushan also claimed the Delhi Police had not placed the CDR on record. The Delhi Police had filed its charge sheet against Brij Bhushan on June 15 last year …

Wrestlers sexual harassment case: Arguments on Framing Charges against Brij Bhushan concludes
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Wrestlers sexual harassment case: Arguments on Framing Charges against Brij Bhushan concludes

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The arguments on the point of charge against former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brijbhushan Singh in the female Wrestlers' sexual harassment case concluded at the city's Rouse Avenue Court on Tuesday. Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Priyanka Rajpoot heard extensive arguments by the complainant wrestlers, the Delhi Police, and the accused, also including suspended WFI …

Arguments in Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh sexual harassment case starts afresh due to transfer of judge
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Arguments in Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh sexual harassment case starts afresh due to transfer of judge

Op India  

Delhi Police on Thursday began its arguments afresh on the framing of charges against former WFI Chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case. Another incident was in New Delhi when the complainant went to meet the former WFI Chief, Brij Bhushan, at its office, the APP submitted. On November 28, complainant female wrestlers filed …

OPINION | ONE DAY BRIJ BHUSHAN WILL GET THE PUNISHMENT HE DESERVES
1 year ago

OPINION | ONE DAY BRIJ BHUSHAN WILL GET THE PUNISHMENT HE DESERVES

India TV News  

A shocked nation watched on Thursday as two top Indian female wrestlers wept in front of the media and one of them, Sakshi Malik, Olympic bronze medalist, put her athletic shoes on the table to announce that she was quitting sports. As India’s medal-winning daughters wept in public, the main accused in the sexual harassment scandal, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, …

Brij Bhushan Singh's Lok Sabha poll ticket to be cancelled? Ex-WFI chief's reply
1 year, 2 months ago

Brij Bhushan Singh's Lok Sabha poll ticket to be cancelled? Ex-WFI chief's reply

Hindustan Times  

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, an accused of sexually abusing several women wrestlers during his tenure as the president of the Wrestling Federation of India, has exuded confidence about his political career when questioned about its future. BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh at the Parliament during the Special Session, in New Delhi on Wednesday. Delhi Women's Commission chief Swati Maliwal …

Brij Bhushan Harassed Wrestlers 'At Every Opportunity', Sufficient Evidence to Frame Charges: Cops to Court
1 year, 3 months ago

Brij Bhushan Harassed Wrestlers 'At Every Opportunity', Sufficient Evidence to Frame Charges: Cops to Court

News 18  

Former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh harassed women wrestlers at every opportunity, Delhi Police told the Rouse Avenue Court on Saturday. Delhi Police, represented by an additional public prosecutor, Atul Srivastava said that there is sufficient evidence against Bhushan to frame charges in the sexual harassment case. Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court was hearing arguments in an …

Wrestlers sexual harassment case | Touching a woman without sexual intent is no offence, Brij Bhushan tells court
1 year, 4 months ago

Wrestlers sexual harassment case | Touching a woman without sexual intent is no offence, Brij Bhushan tells court

The Hindu  

Outgoing Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, an accused in a case of alleged sexual harassment of women wrestlers, submitted in a Delhi court that “hugging or touching a woman without sexual intent is not an offence”. Mr. Singh, who was present in the court of Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Harjeet Singh Jaspal, opposed …

Hugging woman without sexual intent not offence: Wrestling body chief to court
1 year, 4 months ago

Hugging woman without sexual intent not offence: Wrestling body chief to court

India Today  

Outgoing Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has defended himself against sexual harassment allegations before a court, saying, “Hugging.touching a woman without criminal force or sexual intent is not an offence.” Advocate Rajiv Mohan, appearing for Brij Bhushan Singh at Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court, also argued that the allegations of women grapplers against the BJP MP were …

Delhi court summons Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on July 18
1 year, 5 months ago

Delhi court summons Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on July 18

The Hindu  

A Delhi court on Friday summoned outgoing Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a case of alleged sexual harassment of women wrestlers and said there was sufficient evidence to proceed against him. In the minor’s case, the court had on July 4 sought a response from the girl and the complainant on the final report filed …

Wrestlers’ protest: Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait accuses Centre of ‘shielding’ Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
1 year, 6 months ago

Wrestlers’ protest: Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait accuses Centre of ‘shielding’ Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh

Firstpost  

Some of India’s top wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Vinesh Phogat have alleged Brij Bhushan of sexual harassment. Amidst the ongoing wrestlers’ protest against the Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Bharatiya Kisan Union leader Ramesh Tikait on Saturday said that the Centre was ‘busy protecting’ the BJP MP. The Delhi Police had on Thursday …

Brij Bhushan Singh: Indian police charge wrestling chief with sexual harassment but seek closure of minor’s complaint
1 year, 6 months ago

Brij Bhushan Singh: Indian police charge wrestling chief with sexual harassment but seek closure of minor’s complaint

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy India’s wrestling chief Brij Bhushan …

WFI chief Brij Bhushan faces sexual harassment charges, says Delhi Police
1 year, 6 months ago

WFI chief Brij Bhushan faces sexual harassment charges, says Delhi Police

Live Mint  

The Delhi Police stated that they have not discovered any supporting evidence against the Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh that would suggest his involvement in any offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the chief of the Wrestling Federation of India and a BJP MP, has been accused of …

Delhi police file chargesheet against Brij Bhushan Singh; what next?
1 year, 6 months ago

Delhi police file chargesheet against Brij Bhushan Singh; what next?

India Today  

The Delhi police special investigation team’s probe into allegations of sexual harassment made by women wrestlers against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh is a key element in the controversy surrounding the outgoing Wrestling Federation of India chief. After over 40 days of sustained investigation, the Delhi police have filed a chargesheet of over 1,200 pages in a Delhi court against Brij …

Wrestlers' protest: JMM says Delhi Police shielding Brij Bhushan
1 year, 6 months ago

Wrestlers' protest: JMM says Delhi Police shielding Brij Bhushan

India Today  

The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha condemned the Delhi Police for its handling of the sexual assault case lodged against Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhusan Sharan Singh. The party alleged that the Delhi Police has been trying to shield Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and criticised the 'slow pace' with which the investigation into allegations made by medal-winning wrestlers has been …

International referee Jagbir says he has witnessed Brij Bhushan's inappropriate behaviour towards female wrestlers
1 year, 6 months ago

International referee Jagbir says he has witnessed Brij Bhushan's inappropriate behaviour towards female wrestlers

The Hindu  

International referee Jagbir Singh on Thursday claimed that he has been a witness to Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's inappropriate behaviour towards female grapplers on several occasions since 2013. Mr. Jagbir, who has been a coach-cum-international referee since 2007, said he witnessed Mr. Brij Bhushan's misbehaviour with his own eyes on numerous occasions. Asked about Mr. Brij Bhushan's denial of all …

Minor wrestler withdraws charges against WFI chief Brij Bhushan: Report
1 year, 6 months ago

Minor wrestler withdraws charges against WFI chief Brij Bhushan: Report

Firstpost  

The minor among the group of seven female wrestlers who accused Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment has reportedly withdrew her allegations. The minor who had alleged sexual harassment and stalking against Wrestling Federation of India president and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has withdrawn her allegations, a media report said on Tuesday. The minor is among the …

Priyanka Gandhi questions PM Modi on Govt’s inaction against WFI chief
1 year, 6 months ago

Priyanka Gandhi questions PM Modi on Govt’s inaction against WFI chief

Live Mint  

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the central government's inaction against Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh who has been accused of sexual harassment charges by the country's top wrestlers. Sharing a report detailing the charges mentioned in the FIRs against the WFI chief, Priyanka Gandhi asked PM Modi to …

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s ‘maha rally’ postponed as cops deny permission
1 year, 6 months ago

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s ‘maha rally’ postponed as cops deny permission

Live Mint  

The Ayodhya district administration has denied permission to BJP MP and Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh to hold a maha rally here on June 5. Circle Officer SP Gautam said in view of other programmes scheduled on the World Environment Day on June 5, the permission sought by BJP councillor Chamela Devi on behalf of Singh …

'Inappropriate touch, hugging...': Multiple FIRs detail alleged molestation by WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh
1 year, 6 months ago

'Inappropriate touch, hugging...': Multiple FIRs detail alleged molestation by WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh

India TV News  

Wrestlers' protest: In the latest development in the sexual allegation case against WFI president Brij Bhushan, at least two FIRs have been registered which mention 10 cases of molestation by the players. Some of the country's top wrestlers have been protesting against Brij Bhushan Singh, a BJP MP, demanding his sacking from the federation and his arrest. Third complaint "Hugged …

WFI sexual harassment case: Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh accuses wrestlers of not sticking to demands
1 year, 6 months ago

WFI sexual harassment case: Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh accuses wrestlers of not sticking to demands

Firstpost  

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh reiterated that if the charges levelled against him by women wrestlers were proven in the Delhi Police probe, he would hang himself The protesting wrestlers have been changing their demands, alleged the Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who has been accused of sexually harassing seven female wrestlers including a minor. Addressing a …

Wrestlers' Protest: DCW chief seeks case against man who revealed identity of minor complainant against Brij Bhushan
1 year, 6 months ago

Wrestlers' Protest: DCW chief seeks case against man who revealed identity of minor complainant against Brij Bhushan

Firstpost  

According to the DCW, some women wrestlers, including a minor girl, have alleged that Singh has sexually harassed them. New Delhi: Delhi Commission for Women chief Swati Maliwal on Wednesday issued a notice to police seeking to file a case against a man who allegedly revealed the identity of a minor wrestler who has filed a sexual harassment complaint against …

No supportive evidence till now to arrest Brij Bhushan Singh, final report in 15 days: Delhi police
1 year, 6 months ago

No supportive evidence till now to arrest Brij Bhushan Singh, final report in 15 days: Delhi police

Op India  

Delhi Police sources on Wednesday said that till now no supportive evidence has been found to arrest the Wrestling Federation of India president and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, in connection with the allegations levelled by wrestlers against him. It could be in the form of a charge sheet or final report,” Delhi police sources said. Olympic medalist wrestlers …

Wrestlers vs WFI: Delhi Police files status report of probe into allegations against Brij Bhushan
1 year, 6 months ago

Wrestlers vs WFI: Delhi Police files status report of probe into allegations against Brij Bhushan

India Today  

Delhi Police on Saturday filed a status report before the Rouse Avenue Court, stating that the statements of victims in all FIRs have been recorded under Section 164 of the CrPC. On the other hand, the court has taken up the plea by women wrestlers, seeking the court to monitor Delhi Police-led probe into sexual assault allegations against Brij Bhushan …

'Will remain till Brij Bhushan goes to jail': Wrestlers after meeting PT Usha
1 year, 7 months ago

'Will remain till Brij Bhushan goes to jail': Wrestlers after meeting PT Usha

Hindustan Times  

Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha on Wednesday met Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat and other wrestlers camped at Delhi's Jantar Mantar for 11 days to flag sexual assault allegations against Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Singh. READ | 'She herself cried…': Wrestlers on PT Usha's 'tarnishing image' remark He also said the wrestlers had, in fact, …

Wrestlers' plea against WFI's Brij Bhushan to be heard by Supreme Court today. 10 points
1 year, 7 months ago

Wrestlers' plea against WFI's Brij Bhushan to be heard by Supreme Court today. 10 points

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Friday will hear the plea of the country's top wrestlers alleging sexual misconduct against Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. The wrestlers had moved the top court for an urgent hearing into their request seeking a case against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. As more political leaders including former Haryana chief minister and Congress …

'Women wrestlers were asked, pressurised to meet WFI chief at night': Physio reveals 'victims' ordeal
1 year, 7 months ago

'Women wrestlers were asked, pressurised to meet WFI chief at night': Physio reveals 'victims' ordeal

India TV News  

Wrestlers' protest: More troubles could mount for Wrestling Federation of India president and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh after a physiotherapist Paramjeet Malik, who was present at the national camp in Lucknow in 2014, has informed that three junior wrestlers' who had participated in the 2014 camp alleged that they were pressurised to meet the WFI chief at night. …

​Wrestlers Protest Updates: SC Seeks Delhi Cops' Reply over Sexual Assault Case Against Brij Bhushan
1 year, 8 months ago

​Wrestlers Protest Updates: SC Seeks Delhi Cops' Reply over Sexual Assault Case Against Brij Bhushan

News 18  

Wrestlers Protest Updates: The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued a notice and sought a response from Delhi police over plea filed by the wrestlers who have been protesting against Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. They held a sit-in protest in Jantar Mantar in January this year but ended it after the Union Ministry …

Wrestlers threaten to approach Supreme Court, seek support from all quarters
1 year, 8 months ago

Wrestlers threaten to approach Supreme Court, seek support from all quarters

The Hindu  

The protesting wrestlers on Monday threatened to approach the Supreme Court of the country if an FIR is not lodged against WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and also sought to mobilise nationwide support by appealing to khaps, panchayats and several other organisations to back their cause. On a day when the Sports Ministry stalled the Wrestling Federation of India …

Sexual harassment allegations against Wrestling Federation chief could not be proved: Sources
1 year, 8 months ago

Sexual harassment allegations against Wrestling Federation chief could not be proved: Sources

Firstpost  

Multiple sources confirmed that the wrestlers could not prove the sexual harassment allegations against the WFI boss New Delhi: No concrete evidence of sexual harassment has been found against Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who was accused of exploitation by the country’s top wrestlers, it has been learnt. However, multiple sources confirmed that the wrestlers could …

Wrestling row: WFI chief Brij Bhushan appears before oversight committee, denies all allegations
1 year, 9 months ago

Wrestling row: WFI chief Brij Bhushan appears before oversight committee, denies all allegations

Firstpost  

New Delhi: The sidelined WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Tuesday appeared before the government-appointed oversight committee, which is investigating into sexual abuse allegations against him, and outrightly rejected all the charges. The Committee, led by legendary boxer MC Mary Kom, was formed on January 23 to investigate into the claims made by country’s top wrestlers that Wrestling Federation …

Wrestlers allege discrimination with other state players in Haryana camps, support Brij Bhushan for dismantling it
1 year, 11 months ago

Wrestlers allege discrimination with other state players in Haryana camps, support Brij Bhushan for dismantling it

India Today  

New Delhi: In a shocking development, commonwealth gold medallist and former Olympian Narsingh Yadav and other wrestlers have accused discrimination in Haryana camps and supported Brij Bhushan Singh, president Wrestling Federation of India, in the ongoing row. Many wrestlers from Haryana are protesting against Brij Bhushan with Olympian Vinesh Phogat accusing him of sexual harassment and demanding his resignation. These …

'Why is BJP not removing Brij Bhushan?' Mahua Moitra calls for resignation of wrestling body's chief
1 year, 11 months ago

'Why is BJP not removing Brij Bhushan?' Mahua Moitra calls for resignation of wrestling body's chief

India Today  

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has called for the resignation of Wrestling Federation of India's president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who is facing sexual harassment charges by women wrestlers. Mahua Moitra slammed the BJP for not removing Brij Bhushan from the WFI chairman's post even after allegations of sexual harrasment have been levelled against him. "It is unfortunate that Brij …

Sexual harassment charges by wrestlers | Divya Kakran defends WFI chief Brij Bhushan
1 year, 11 months ago

Sexual harassment charges by wrestlers | Divya Kakran defends WFI chief Brij Bhushan

The Hindu  

Asian Games and Commonwealth Games medalist wrestler Divya Kakran on January 18 defended the Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Saran Singh, who has been accused of sexual harassment, saying that she has not experienced or witnessed any instances of the same by Mr. Bhushan during her decade-long experience of attending camps organised by the governing body. She also …

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