Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh Claims Conspiracy Following Court Acquittal

Brij Bhushan's Response to Court Remarks

On Monday, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the former president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), addressed the remarks made by the Rouse Avenue Court regarding his acquittal in a sexual harassment case. He suggested that the wrestlers who made allegations against him had connections to a specific wrestling academy and political factions.

Allegations of a Conspiracy

In an interview, Singh pointed out that the court's comments indicated the involvement of a particular akhada, questioning the context of the accusations. He stated, "The coach and the akhada mentioned are closely associated with the Hooda family. The athletes who came forward primarily belonged to this akhada, unlike wrestlers from other regions in Haryana, which was acknowledged in the court's ruling."

Details of the Court's Verdict

Singh further asserted that the testimonies of two wrestlers were pivotal in the court's decision. He noted, "These wrestlers provided detailed accounts of what occurred in the judge's chambers, and their statements were officially recorded, forming the basis of the judgment."

Concerns Over Complainants' Addresses

He raised concerns regarding the addresses given by the complainants, claiming that wrestlers from various districts had listed the same location. "It is noteworthy that they all provided a single address: Bajrang Punia's home in Sonipat, despite coming from different areas," he alleged.

Political Connections

Regarding political ties, Singh mentioned that the Hooda family was the first to publicly address the situation. He remarked, "We will observe their next steps closely."

Court's Findings on Acquittal

Previously, the Rouse Avenue Court indicated that the allegations against Singh appeared to be politically motivated and potentially fabricated. The court noted that the prosecution did not substantiate the claims, and several witnesses became uncooperative during the trial.

Details of the Acquittal

On August 3, Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Ashwani Panwar acquitted both Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and Vinod Tomar in connection with the sexual harassment allegations made by women wrestlers. Although the judgment has not been made public, it raised significant questions about the nature of the accusations.

Inconsistencies in Allegations

The court observed that while the allegations were made simultaneously by the women wrestlers, the incidents reportedly occurred at different times and locations. Additionally, it was noted that some complainants maintained contact with Singh even after the allegations, inviting him to family events, which cast doubt on the credibility of their claims.

Conclusion

(Source: News Media)