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WFI sticks with Brij Bhushan, struggles for a burial, and ED's mistake

Jan 30, 2025
Nihal Koshie, a reporter for The Indian Express, discusses the ongoing sexual harassment case against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and how the Wrestling Federation persists in its operations. Jayprakash Naidu highlights the emotional struggle of Ramesh Bhakel, who faces bureaucratic hurdles in burying his father due to cultural conflicts. Sohini Ghosh shares the frustrating tale of a Delhi couple whose bank accounts were frozen for three years due to a mistake by the Enforcement Directorate, showcasing the challenges of navigating legal complexities.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Wrestling Federation of India continues operating under Brij Bhushan's influence despite ongoing sexual harassment allegations, raising concerns about governance integrity.
  • Ramesh Bhakel faces community opposition in Chhattisgarh for burying his Christian father, highlighting tensions between religious identity and local customs.

Deep dives

Ongoing Controversy Surrounding Bridge Bhushan Sharan Singh

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) continues to operate under the influence of Bridge Bhushan Sharan Singh, despite sexual harassment allegations against him. Women wrestlers, who protested against Singh, have faced challenges in their fight for justice, highlighting the bureaucratic complexities of sports governance. Despite the Indian sports ministry suspending the WFI, investigations reveal that operations are still being conducted from Singh's former residence, raising concerns about the integrity of administrative actions. This situation suggests that Singh maintains significant political connections that complicate the federation's governance and attempts at reform.

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