India's ex-wrestling chief cleared of sexually harassing girl
Summary
A court in Delhi cleared India's former wrestling federation chief, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, of sexual harassment charges filed by a minor female wrestler. However, Singh still faces separate charges from six other female wrestlers. The case gained significant attention due to protests by top Indian wrestlers and global criticism.Key Facts
- A minor wrestler's charges against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh were dismissed by a Delhi court after the police found no supportive evidence.
- Singh still faces sexual harassment and stalking charges brought by six adult wrestlers.
- The case was highly publicized in 2023 due to protests by Indian wrestlers against Singh.
- The protests were globally noted, and the International Olympic Committee called for an impartial investigation.
- Singh stepped down from his position as wrestling federation chief amid the controversy.
- Singh claimed the accusations were politically motivated and denied all allegations.
- United World Wrestling had suspended the Indian federation, but later lifted the ban in 2024.
- Singh was not nominated by the BJP for the 2024 general election, with the party choosing his son instead.
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