Wrestlers Protest

2023 ended the way it began—with some of India’s finest sportspeople protesting against a seemingly immoveable political force. Even a cursory glance at India’s sporting bodies will show administrators who have been in power for decades without showing results.

The prescient film that told the story of the Indian wrestlers

Olympic medallist Sakshi Malik announced her retirement shortly after Sanjay Singh's appointment as Wrestling Federation of India chief, recalling a film called Dear Comrade about sexual harassment in sport.

Gender in 2023: Major wins, protests, and legislative setbacks

Major developments and dramatic events occurred this year that bear accounting. Here’s a list of 10 episodes that made the headlines.

Protesting wrestlers want to train in US to prepare for Asian Games trials

The IOA itself has set a June 30 deadline for all the national sports federations (NSFs) to give details of their selected squads.

Centre shielding WFI president: Rakesh Tikait

The country's top wrestlers including Malik, Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia, accused the WFI chief of sexual harassment and intimidation.

BJP MP Brij Bhushan says will contest again from Kaisarganj, skips reference to wrestlers' stir

Singh skipped any direct reference to the wrestlers' protest for his arrest and chose to target the Congress over the Emergency, Ram temple, the 1984 anti-Sikhs riots and other issues.

Chargesheet in FIR against outgoing WFI chief to be submitted by June 15, federation elections by June 30: Thakur

Addressing a press conference after a marathon meeting with the protesting wrestlers, Thakur also assured that the elections to the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) will be held by June 30.

Top wrestlers agree to suspend protest till June 15 on government's request

The wrestlers, after a nearly five-hour meeting with Sports Minister Anurag Thakur, said the government has also assured them that the police will withdraw the FIRs filed against them.

Wrestlers' Protest: Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat & Bajrang Punia Join Railway Duties | Fake News Debunked

The reports of wrestlers calling off the protest against Wrestling Federation Chief, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh who allegedly sexually harassed several female grapplers, are doing rounds on social media. Sakshi Malikkh, Bajrang Punia & Vinesh Phogat took to Twitter to deny the reports that claimed they have withdrawn from the wrestlers’ protest. Though, all three have resumed their job in the Railways.

Protesting wrestlers are changing their demands: WFI chief

"Police is probing the matter. Let it complete. Whatever comes in it, I will act accordingly," Singh, who is also the BJP MP, said at a press conference here.

Manipur Crisis | Meiteis, Kukis urge Centre to control situation in state

Manipur Crisis: As the ethnic unrest continues in Manipur, representatives of the Meitei and Kuki communities sought restoration of peace in the state even as differences remained stark.

Live | Wrestlers vs WFI: 'No Meaning Anymore', Say Protesting Wrestlers As They Immerse Medals Into River Ganga

WFI sexual harassment row: "Going to Haridwar to throw our medals in Ganga," say protesting wrestlers. Watch!

Wrestler’s Protest: What Happened in Delhi During Parliament’s Inauguration? | Wrestlers Booked & Detained For Rioting

A scuffle broke out between the protesting wrestlers and the Delhi Police, barely 3 km from the new Parliament building that was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 28. Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Sakshee Mallikh and Bajrang Punia along with other protesters were booked for rioting and obstructing public servants in the discharge of duty as they decided to march toward the new Parliament building. So, what happened, and who all have come out in wrestlers' support? Watch to find out.

Wrestlers' protest: FIR against organisers, others on charges of rioting, obstructing public servant

The police said 700 people were detained across Delhi, including 109 protesters at Jantar Mantar.

Vinesh Phogat to Tanushree Dutta: What will happen to #MeToo if accusers suffer for going public?

As the group of Indian wrestlers continue to protest for justice in their allegations of sexual misconduct against the WFI chief, here’s a look at the impact and future of the MeToo movement in India and the world

Elaborate arrangements made in view of protesting wrestlers' candlelight march at Jantar Mantar: Delhi Police

The police has neither officially given nor denied permission to the protesters to hold the candlelight march at Jantar Mantar.

Ready for narco test if Phogat and Punia take it too: Brij Bhushan Saran Singh

The president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) made the remark in a Facebook post.

Delhi Police records statement of WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh

Singh, who is also a BJP MP from Uttar Pradesh, has been so far been questioned by the Special Investigation Team (SIT).

Delhi Police tightens security as farmers head to Jantar Mantar to support protesting wrestlers

On April 28, Delhi Police registered two FIRs against Singh on the basis of complaints filed by seven women wrestlers, including a minor.

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal questions PM Modi's 'silence' over wrestlers' protest

According to police, one of the cases against WFI chief Singh was registered under IPC sections 354 (assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty), 354A (sexual harassment), and 354D (stalking), while the other was registered under section 10 of the POCSO Act.

Sourav Ganguly hopes wrestlers issues get resolved

Top wrestlers have been protesting against WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh at Jantar Mantar here since April 23.

Who Is Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, WFI Chief & BJP MP Accused Of Sexually Harassing Wrestlers? | Wrestlers Protest In Delhi

Wrestling Federation chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has been accused of sexual harassment by seven women wrestlers and a minor. Seeking his arrest, wrestlers have been protesting at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. The six-time MP from Uttar Pradesh has denied the allegations. Who is Singh and what are the other controversies associated with him? Watch to find out.

Hang me but wrestling activity should not stop: WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Top Indian wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Vinesh Phogat, among others are protesting at the Jantar Mantar in the national capital demanding action against Brij Bhushan, who they have accused of sexually harassing women grapplers.

Inside wrestlers' protest against Brij Bhushan Singh | Police files FIR, political leaders meet wrestlers

India’s top wrestlers, Bajranj Punia, Sakshi Malik (Sakshee Malikkh) Vinesh Phoghat, and others continue to protest at Delhi Jantar Mantar WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Now that Delhi Police has filed an FIR after the apex court’s intervention, the protest has gained momentum as many political leaders have now come in their support. But is it enough? Watch to know all that’s happening at the protest site, Jantar Mantar.