The Delhi High Court questioned Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh for repeatedly seeking adjournments in his plea to quash the sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers. The Court made it clear that there is no stay on the trial court proceedings and listed the matter for further hearing in April.
Former Wrestling Federation of India Chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has filed for an early hearing in the Delhi High Court regarding his plea to dismiss sexual harassment proceedings initiated by female wrestlers. The upcoming hearing on October 18, 2024, emphasizes the urgency for a timely resolution amid ongoing allegations.
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Today, On 28th August, Former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has sought to quash sexual harassment charges made by wrestlers, appealing to the Delhi High Court to nullify the trial court proceedings, including the FIR and the charges framed against him. The trial court found sufficient evidence to charge Singh, who faces accusations from multiple women wrestlers. Assistant Secretary Vinod Tomar also faces criminal intimidation charges.
The Rouse Avenue court recorded the testimony of a female wrestler in the sexual harassment case against former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. The victim’s testimony will continue on September 10. No media access was allowed, and security for the victim was confirmed. Additional accusations and court proceedings were also addressed.
On Thursday(22nd August), Renowned Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat voiced serious concerns about the alleged withdrawal of security for women wrestlers set to testify in the sexual harassment case against former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. She highlighted the potential risks involved for these witnesses.
On Monday(29th July), The Supreme Court, led by Justices Abhay S. Oka and Augustine George Masih, raised concerns about a practicing advocate also working as a journalist, which breaches Bar Council rules. This inquiry arose during the hearing of an appeal against an Allahabad High Court decision related to defamation proceedings against former parliamentarian Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.
Today, On 11th July, A Delhi court has summoned two police officers to provide statements in a sexual harassment case involving wrestlers and the former chief of the Wrestling Federation of India. The accused, a BJP MP, has been officially charged and denied a ticket for the 2024 elections. The case holds significance in the fight for justice in sports.
The Delhi court postponed Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s sexual harassment case due to the public prosecutor’s absence. Singh sought travel documents, but the hearing was deferred to July 11. The police opposed Singh’s request, citing it as a ploy for re-investigation, while Singh’s legal team argued the documents were vital for his defense.