This is an archive article published on May 4, 2023
SC verdict not a setback, protest will continue: Wrestlers
The wrestlers have been sitting on protest since April 23, demanding the arrest of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan alleging that he has sexually harassed seven female grapplers, including one minor.
Wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Sangeeta Phogat during their protest at Jantar Mantar, in New Delhi, Thursday, May 4, 2023. (PTI Photo) Claiming that the Supreme Court’s decision to close proceedings on the plea of sexual harassment allegations against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh is not a setback, the wrestlers on Thursday said they will continue their protest.
The wrestlers have been sitting on protest since April 23, demanding the arrest of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan alleging that he has sexually harassed seven female grapplers, including one minor.
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However, the top court on Thursday closed the proceedings on a plea by three women wrestlers, who have levelled sexual harassment allegations against Brij Bhushan, noting that FIRs have been registered and the seven complainants have been provided adequate security.
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