WFI Chief Says 'Ready To Face Probe', Delhi Police To Provide Security To Wrestlers — 10 Points

Days after wrestlers' resumed their protest against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh and Delhi police registered two FIRs against him, the BJP MP responded to allegation. Here are top developments.

Wrestlers' protest continue after Delhi police register two FIRs. ( Image Source :PTI )

Wrestlers’ Protest: The agitation of Indian wrestlers against the Wrestling Federation of India Chief (WFI) Brij Bhushan Singh is gaining momentum as now the Delhi police has registered two FIRs in the case. The development came after the wrestlers moved the Supreme Court seeking registration of FIR in the matter. DCW Chief Swati Maliwal had also earlier written to Special Commissioner, Women Safety, Delhi police over the non-registration of FIR in the case. 

It has been alleged that Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has sexually exploited women wrestlers not only in the country but also abroad during international events. 

Here Are Top Points On Recent Developments 

1. WFI chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Saturday addressed the media on the ongoing protests against him by the Wrestlers at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Talking to the press, Singh said that he was innocent and ready to face a probe in the matter. He added that he has full faith in the Supreme Court and would respect the top court's order. 
2. Attacking wrestlers for protesting against him, the WFI chief said, "Every day they (wrestlers) are coming with their new demands. They demanded FIR, FIR was registered and now they are saying that I should be sent to jail and resign from all posts. I am MP because of the people of my constituency and not because of Vinesh Phogat. Only one family and Akhara (are protesting) & 90 per cent of players of Haryana are with me." 
3. He said, "They (wrestlers) did not complain to any police station, sports ministry or federation for 12 years. Before their protest, they used to praise me, invite me to their weddings and take photographs with me, seek my blessings. Now the matter is with the Supreme Court and Delhi Police and I will accept their decision." 
4. He claimed that it was not ‘wrestlers’ protest’ but ‘some industrialists and Congress’ are behind it. "I have been saying from the beginning that some industrialists and Congress are behind this protest," he added. 
5. On his resignation, he said, "Resignation is not a big deal but I am not a criminal. If I resign, it will mean that I have accepted their (wrestlers') allegations. My tenure is almost over. Govt has formed a 3-member committee and elections will be held in 45 days and my term will end after the elections." 
6. Delhi police on Saturday said it will provide security to the wrestlers who complained against Brij Bhushan Singh and would soon record the statements of the victims. A total of 7 players, including a minor, have complained to the Delhi Police against the WFI chief.
7. Earlier in the day, Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra joined wrestlers at the protest site. She said that if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is worried about these wrestlers, then why has he not talked to them or met them yet. "I don't have any expectations from the PM, because if he is worried about these wrestlers, then why has he not talked to them or met them yet? Why the govt is trying to save him (Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh...," she said. 
8. Delhi police said that one copy of an FIR has been given to the wrestlers and that the copy of FIR registered under POCSO has not been given to wrestlers, as it will be given only to the victim's family. Narendra Hooda, lawyer of wrestlers, said, "Delhi police have registered one FIR under sections 354, 354(A), 354(D) and 34 of IPC. Copy of other FIR not provided to us (as it will be given only to the victim's family)." 
9. Boxer Vijender Singh also joined the wrestlers at the protesting site and said, "I have come here to support the wrestlers. I hope they get justice."  
10. The oversight committee that was constituted to probe the allegations levelled by wrestlers against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has not reached to any conclusion and the report of the committee has been submitted to Delhi police, reported ANI citing sources.