Delhi Court Acquits Brij Bhushan in Wrestlers' Sexual Harassment Case
A Delhi court acquitted former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, along with aide Vinod Tomar, of all sexual harassment charges brought by six female wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik. The allegations, spanning 2016–2019, sparked massive protests in New Delhi in 2023. Following the August 3, 2026 verdict, Vinesh Phogat announced the wrestlers will appeal the decision, vowing to continue their legal battle.
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Vinesh Phogat to challenge Brij Bhushan Singh's acquittal in court
Congress MLA and wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced that she and other women wrestlers will challenge the acquittal of former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in court. The wrestlers have instructed their lawyers to file an appeal, stating that their legal battle is far from over. The case stems from allegations of sexual harassment against Singh, who was acquitted by a lower court. The appeal marks a continuation of the high-profile legal and political struggle involving prominent Indian athletes.
Vinesh Phogat to Challenge Brij Bhushan Singh's Acquittal in Court
Congress MLA and wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced that she and other women wrestlers will challenge the acquittal of former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in court. The wrestlers have instructed their lawyers to file an appeal, stating that their legal battle is far from over. The announcement follows Singh's acquittal in a case related to allegations of sexual harassment made by female wrestlers. The development marks a continuation of the high-profile legal and political dispute that has drawn national attention in India.
Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh acquittal: Vinesh Phogat, female wrestlers to appeal decision
Vinesh Phogat and other women wrestlers have decided to appeal the acquittal of former MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a sexual harassment case. A Delhi court acquitted Singh and his aide Vinod Tomar on August 3, 2026. In a post on X, Phogat stated that the wrestlers have instructed their lawyers to appeal the decision as soon as possible, expressing deep sadness that the court did not find Singh guilty. She noted that it took great courage to file an FIR against a powerful ruling party leader, and that Singh allegedly intimidated many girls into withdrawing their names. The case stems from allegations of sexual harassment between 2016 and 2019 at the WFI office, Singh's residence, and during trips abroad. Several renowned wrestlers, including Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia, and Sangeeta Phogat, had protested for months in New Delhi in 2023 demanding Singh's arrest.
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Delhi Court Acquits Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and Vinod Tomar in Wrestlers Sexual Harassment Case
A Delhi court on August 3, 2026, acquitted former BJP MP and Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and Vinod Tomar in a sexual harassment case filed by prominent women wrestlers, including Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, and Sangeeta Phogat. The wrestlers had protested for months in New Delhi in 2023, alleging harassment between 2016 and 2019. The case led to an FIR after Supreme Court intervention, and charges were framed in 2024. The court accepted a closure report in a related case involving a minor wrestler due to lack of corroborative evidence. The detailed judgment is awaited.
Brij Bhushan acquitted after 6 wrestlers accused him of sexual harassment; Vinesh Phogat says will file appeal
A Delhi court acquitted Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, a former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP, of all charges of sexual harassment brought by six female wrestlers. The wrestlers, including prominent athletes, had accused him of inappropriate behavior during their careers. Following the acquittal, Olympic wrestler Vinesh Phogat, a key figure in the protests against Bhushan, announced that the wrestlers would file an appeal against the verdict. The case had drawn significant national attention, sparking widespread protests and debates about sexual harassment in Indian sports.