Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court has summoned a key witness in the women wrestlers’ protest case for testimony on November 14, 2023. The witness, who was abroad for a wrestling championship, is also a complainant in the case. Meanwhile, the court granted accused Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh permission to renew his passport amid ongoing proceedings.
Today, 11th September, Delhi High Court denies interim relief to wrestler Bajrang Punia in plea challenging NADA’s provisional suspension for allegedly refusing a drug test. Punia claims unfair targeting and potential forced retirement due to missed competitions. Court schedules next hearing for October. Punia is willing to provide a sample and challenges the validity of NADA’s actions.
Today, On 10th September, Wrestler Bajrang Punia challenged his suspension by the National Anti-Doping Agency, seeking relief from the Delhi High Court. The suspension, barring him from training or competing, is contested on grounds of violating his rights and lacking proper procedure. The court’s decision will impact Punia’s career and the broader Indian wrestling community.