Vinesh Phogat to appeal Brij Bhushan Singh's acquittal in sexual harassment case

Published Aug 8, 03:23 PM UTC

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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.

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Original headline: Vinesh Phogat to challenge Brij Bhushan Singh’s acquittal in court

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