Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh

Former WFI president brij bhushan sharan singh stated that Vinesh Phogat's participation in wrestling trials is under the current WFI administration's purview. He defended his tenure, asserting the WFI never barred athletes without valid reasons. Phogat was declared ineligible by the WFI until 2026 due to ongoing disciplinary proceedings, a decision she disputes, citing international clearance.

Women Wrestlers At Meet Say Legend Dealt Unfair Hand, Others Swear By The Rules; Sakshi Says Phogat’s Return After Motherhood Should Have Been Celebrated

The Delhi High Court strongly criticised the Wrestling Federation of India for deeming Vinesh Phogat ineligible, suspecting rule changes targeted her post-maternity break. The court questioned the federation's actions, emphasising motherhood shouldn't disadvantage athletes, and directed the Centre to form an expert panel to assess her fitness for the Asian Games trials, ensuring her participation.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat revealed she is one of six women accusing former WFI chief brij bhushan sharan singh of sexual harassment. Her statement comes before her return to competition at a tournament held in Singh's stronghold, raising concerns about fairness and safety.

Star wrestler Vinesh Phogat faces a significant setback as the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) bars her from upcoming events until May 2026. Issued a lengthy show cause notice, she's accused of multiple disciplinary and anti-doping violations, including whereabouts failures and alleged rule breaches during selection trials. This effectively delays her international return.

In a video message ahead of her return after nearly 18 months, Vinesh said the competition, to be held at a venue linked to brij bhushan sharan singh, could see results influenced by people close to the former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief.

The celebrated wrestler's attempted comeback has run into a fresh WFI roadblock, reviving questions over wrestling’s rules, disciplinary action, anti-doping procedures and the bitter politics that have followed the 2023 wrestlers’ protest

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat revealed she is one of six accusers of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh. Her return to competition in his stronghold, Gonda, raises concerns about fairness and potential bias in officiating. Phogat, now a legislator, demands transparency, holding the government accountable for any incidents. The WFI president assures safety and denies bias.

"Due to certain circumstances, I want to tell you all something. I did not want to speak while the case is still pending... But I want to say that I myself am one of those six victims who filed a complaint, and our testimonies are still ongoing."

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat was denied entry to a domestic tournament in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, her planned comeback event. Citing pending disciplinary proceedings and a notice she hadn't responded to, the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) declared her suspended. Phogat, who accused former WFI chief brij bhushan sharan singh of sexual harassment, claims this is a conspiracy to force her retirement.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat received a formal warning from the International Testing Agency for a missed doping test in December 2025. This marks her first whereabouts failure within a year. Despite her explanation citing legislative duties and personal commitments, the ITA deemed it insufficient. The warning won't impact her upcoming Gonda tournament return.

"If Vinesh is worried about her safety, let me assure her that I am taking personal guarantee of that. Also, we have UWW-approved referees who officiate and all trial bouts are recorded, so there is no chance of any bias," Sanjay Singh was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.

BJP MP brij bhushan sharan singh argued in a Delhi court that the oversight committee formed under the Posh Act has statutory value. The prosecution countered that the committee is not formed under the Act and cannot be compared to an internal complaint committee. The court is hearing arguments on charges against Singh in a sexual harassment case. Singh's counsel highlighted contradictions in the dates of the incidents and argued that the allegations are beyond jurisdiction as they took place outside Delhi or outside India.

The Delhi police have recorded the statement of Wrestling Federation of India president and BJP MP brij bhushan sharan singh on the alleged sexual harassment case of female wrestlers. An SIT has also been formed.

Delhi Police on Friday told a metropolitan court that there was enough evidence to start the trial of former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief brij bhushan sharan singh for alleged sexual harassment of women wrestlers.

The All-India Democratic Women's Association (AIDWA) and other leftist students, youth, farmer associations, and the CITU, among others, held a demonstration in Madurai in solidarity with the ongoing protest by women wrestlers at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The wrestlers have been protesting since January this year after alleging sexual harassment by Wrestlers Federation of India (WFI) president brij bhushan sharan singh from Uttar Pradesh.

Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Tuesday said fair investigation will be conducted into the allegations of sexual harassment levelled by women wrestlers against Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP brij bhushan sharan singh.

Rohit Jhakhar resigns from RLD due to BJP ticket controversy for brij bhushan sharan singh's son Karan in Kaiserganj. Supported wrestlers accusing Singh of harassment. Multiple RLD leaders quit post BJP alliance, citing democratic concerns and constitutional issues.

India's ace wrestler Sakshi Malik, who has been protesting with other grapplers against the outgoing WFI chief brij bhushan sharan singh against whom a chargesheet was filed, said that grapplers' lawyer has filed an application to get the chargesheet then accordingly the next step will be decided.

Wrestlers protesting against the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) took out a candle march in Delhi on Sunday.

Taking serious note of the treatment meted out to medal-winner international wrestlers, the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) has decided to support the struggle of the wrestlers.

A Delhi court on Tuesday sought the response of the minor wrestler to police's cancellation report in the sexual harassment case against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief brij bhushan sharan singh.

The special CBI court in Lucknow on Monday issued non-bailable warrant against Samajwadi Party MP from Qaiserganj brij bhushan sharan singh and former Shiv Sena MLA Pawan Pandey.

Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president brij bhushan sharan singh on Monday alleged that wrestlers' protest is "expanding like Shaheen Bagh" and the target of protest is not him but the BJP.brij bhushan sharan singh asked why the protest at Jantar Mantra has not ended even though an FIR has been registered on demand of wrestlers and alleged that the protest is "paid".

Former WFI chief brij bhushan sharan singh welcomed the Sports Ministry's decision to lift WFI's suspension, declaring that justice has been delivered. The suspension was lifted after corrective measures were taken. He encouraged fair and transparent trials and accelerated training camps. Singh maintained his support for the sport and players despite ongoing allegations of misconduct against him.

BJP MP brij bhushan sharan singh on Wednesday appeared and submitted before a Delhi court that the allegations made by Delhi Police in the chargesheet are false and full of conspiracy.

Bollywood celebrities like Pooja Bhatt, Swara Bhasker, Sonu Sood and others come out in support of wrestlers protesting against brij bhushan sharan singh.