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Decision to suspend WFI not taken under any pressure: UP BJP chief
Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on December 24, 2023
Uttar Pradesh BJP chief defends the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) by the Union Sports Ministry, stating it followed due process. The WFI made a hasty announcement of organizing the U-15 and U-20 nationals without following due procedure and not giving sufficient notice to wrestlers. The WFI elections were...
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Published on December 21, 2023 - 03:20
Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's aide Sanjay Singh is the new WFI Chief| Wrestlers unhappy| Oneindia
Despite controversies, Sanjay Singh, an aide of BJP's Brij Bhushan, wins the Wrestling Federation election, succeeding Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh after 12 years. Wrestlers express disappointment and feel betrayed, with Sakshi Malik considering quitting the sport. Former chief Brij Bhushan denies involvement in her decision. Wrestler Vinesh Phogat expresses hope for justice. Singh credits the victory to the country's wrestlers and the WFI Secretary, aiming for a resumption of wrestling events under the new federation.
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