Olympic medallist Sakshi Malik, who has been part of the protest against former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment allegations, today (June 10) said that protesting wrestlers will participate in the Asian Games only after their issues get resolved. The wrestler also added that they are going through a difficult time, which no one will understand. She also appealed the media to not spread false news and asserted that Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia and she are still in this fight together.
10 June,2023 05:44 PM IST | Mumbai
Protesting wrestlers reached Haridwar on May 30 to immerse their medals in river Ganga. as a mark of protest against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh over sexual harassment allegations. Meanwhile, Farmer leader Naresh Tikait arrived in Haridwar and took medals from the wrestlers and sought five-day time. Amid this, Indian Boxer and Congress leader Vijender Singh showed support to the Indian wrestlers. He appealed to the people of India to come in support of the players. Meanwhile, reacting to the ongoing protests, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and the President of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said that he will hang himself if proven guilty. Sports Minister Anurag Thakur talked to the media regarding the wrestler’s protest and he asked the wrestlers to have faith in the police and judiciary.
01 June,2023 11:48 AM IST | Mumbai
In the eye of a storm after having numerous counts of the allegation levelled against him, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and the President of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said that he will hand himself if proven guilty. "If a single allegation against me is proven, I will hang myself. If you (wrestlers) have any evidence, present it to the Court and I am ready to accept any punishment," said Brij Bhushan
31 May,2023 06:05 PM IST | Mumbai
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on May 30 sharply reacted to the ace Indian wrestlers’ decision of immersing their medals in river Ganga as a mark of protest against the WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, demanding his arrest. He expressed displeasure and called it a disgrace to the nation. Mamata Banerjee, Farooq Abdullah also slammed centre and demanded FIR against Brij Bhushan.
31 May,2023 02:52 PM IST | Mumbai
Farmer leader Naresh Tikait arrived in Haridwar on May 30 where wrestlers gathered to immerse their medals in river Ganga. He took their medals from the wrestlers and sought five-day time. Indian wrestlers reached Haridwar to mark their protest against WFI chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment allegations. Protesting wrestlers returned from Haridwar after Farmer leader Naresh Tikait intervened and sought five-day time from them.
31 May,2023 11:24 AM IST | Mumbai
High drama unfolded outside Jantar Mantar as Delhi police detained several wrestlers on May 28. The protesting wrestlers were stopped as they attempted to march towards the new Parliament building. A clash erupted between the wrestlers and security personnel while the police tried to stop the protestors from marching forward. Ace wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Sakshee Malik and Bajrang Punia were among others who were detained by Delhi Police. The protestors wanted to march towards new Parliament and hold a women’s Maha Panchayat there. Meanwhile, Delhi Police said that protesting wrestlers breached security cordon while trying to move towards new Parliament building. Delhi police have also reportedly "removed" the makeshift tents placed by the protesting wrestlers at Jantar Mantar in the national capital. The protesters have been staging a sit-in at Jantar Mantar -- about 3 km from the Parliament complex since April 23. The wrestlers demand the resignation and arrest of the president of the wrestling federation. Brij Bhushan Sharan. Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, has been accused of sexually harassing young athletes, including a minor.
29 May,2023 01:05 PM IST | Mumbai
s top wrestlers continue their protest against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh, farmers broke through police barricades as they joined the wrestlers at Jantar Mantar, Delhi. Indian wrestlers, including Olympic medalists Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat, have been protesting against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh who has been accused of sexual harassment. The wrestlers have been staging a sit-in at Jantar Mantar since 23 April. Bajrang Punia reacted to the farmers’ involvement in the protests. Meanwhile, the wrestlers on May 07 held a candle-march at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. A large number of supporters walked with wrestlers demanding action against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.
08 May,2023 04:42 PM IST | Mumbai
Delhi Commission for Women Chief Swati Maliwal was detained by Delhi Police on her way to meet the protesting wrestlers at Jantar Mantar on May 03. Commenting on the same, Swati Maliwal alleged that all who attempt to aid these protesting wrestlers will be intimidated by Delhi Police. “Brij Bhushan Singh is a thug and he belongs in jail. Delhi Police is doing this to save him from arrest. Olympians are on the roads and the Chief of DCW is being detained. It is my duty to meet these girls, why was I stopped from performing my duty?
04 May,2023 06:25 PM IST | Mumbai
Following the scuffle with the Police in the late hours of May 03, the top Wrestlers are now planning to return their medals. While talking to the media on May 04, Wrestler Bajrang Punia asked what will they do with the medals if this is how they are being treated. “If this is how the wrestlers will be treated, what will we do with the medals? Rather we will live a normal life and return all the medals and awards to the Indian Government,” said Wrestler Bajrang Punia. Meanwhile, heavy security was deployed at the Jantar Mantar area on May 04 after a ruckus broke out late last night between protesting wrestlers and some police personnel. Delhi Police said that DCPs of all districts in Delhi have been asked to be on alert in their districts, especially in the border areas. They said that Police have received inputs that a large number of people can reach Jantar Mantar where the wrestlers are protesting. “I was abused and pushed around by policemen. Where were the women police personnel? If you want to kill us, kill us. Did we win medals for the country to see this day? We have not even eaten our food. Does every man have a right to abuse women? These policemen are holding guns, they can kill us,” said Vinesh Phogat.
04 May,2023 04:51 PM IST | Mumbai
A scuffle broke out between ace wrestlers protesting against WFI chief and Delhi Police at Jantar Mantar on May 3rd. Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, Sakshee Mallikh and other top grapplers are continuously protesting against sexual harassment charges against the WFI chief. While addressing a press conference, the wrestlers targeted Delhi Police for abusing, misbehaving and using force against them to stop them from protesting. Speaking about it, the Delhi Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) said that the wrestlers have been told to give complaint on their grievances so that appropriate action can be taken.
04 May,2023 01:36 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
