The Delhi Police is set to register an FIR against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh after the latest row from the top wrestlers of the nation. The Delhi Police on Friday informed the Supreme Court of India about the latest move after a petition was filed by the top women wrestlers alleging Brij Bhushan Singh of sexual assault. On Wednesday, the Delhi Police informed the Supreme Court that it would need a preliminary inquiry before they could file an FIR against WFI chief.

A minor complainant was logged against Brij Bhushan as the petitioners placed material alleging danger to her safety. The SC then directed the Commissioner of Police to assess the threat perception of a minor complainant and look deeply into the matter. The SC has also asked the Commissioner of Police, Delhi to look into the matters, leaving it open to assess threat perception against six other wrestlers. The latest allegations were made on April 21 which has seen the WFI chief in more trouble.

"We were worried on two grounds - security and safety and the second is there are 40 cases against him," Kapil Sibal appearing for the petitioner said.

The SC had earlier stated that it would hear the plea made by the seven wrestlers after the latest round of protest began at the Jantar Mantar in Delhi. After the fresh protests, the BJP MP released a video saying he would wish to embrace death the day he feels helpless.

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"Friends, the day I introspect on what I gained or lost, and feel that I no longer have the strength to fight; the day I feel helpless, I would wish death as I won't be living a life like that. Instead of living such a life, I would wish that death takes me in its embrace."

The wrestlers have demanded that the Centre make public the findings of the five-member oversight committee that investigated the allegations against the WFI chief. The grapplers, including Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Ravi Dahiya, had started their protest over the issue in January but ended their sit-in after an assurance from Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur.

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The Delhi Police is set to register an FIR against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh after the latest row from the top wrestlers of the nation.

The Delhi Police is set to register an FIR against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh after the latest row from the top wrestlers of the nation. The Delhi Police on Friday informed the Supreme Court of India about the latest move after a petition was filed by the top women wrestlers alleging Brij Bhushan Singh of sexual assault. On Wednesday, the Delhi Police informed the Supreme Court that it would need a preliminary inquiry before they could file an FIR against WFI chief. A minor complainant was logged against Brij Bhushan as the petitioners placed material alleging danger to her safety. The SC then directed the Commissioner of Police to assess the threat perception of a minor complainant and look deeply into the matter. The SC has also asked the Commissioner of Police, Delhi to look into the matters, leaving it open to assess threat perception against six other wrestlers. The latest allegations were made on April 21 which has seen the WFI chief in more trouble. "We were worried on two grounds - security and safety and the second is there are 40 cases against him," Kapil Sibal appearing for the petitioner said. The SC had earlier stated that it would hear the plea made by the seven wrestlers after the latest round of protest began at the Jantar Mantar in Delhi. After the fresh protests, the BJP MP released a video saying he would wish to embrace death the day he feels helpless. ALSO READ | 'None have spoken up': Vinesh Phogat launches scathing attack on Indian cricketers amid wrestlers vs WFI row "Friends, the day I introspect on what I gained or lost, and feel that I no longer have the strength to fight; the day I feel helpless, I would wish death as I won't be living a life like that. Instead of living such a life, I would wish that death takes me in its embrace." The wrestlers have demanded that the Centre make public the findings of the five-member oversight committee that investigated the allegations against the WFI chief. The grapplers, including Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Ravi Dahiya, had started their protest over the issue in January but ended their sit-in after an assurance from Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Delhi Police to register FIR against Brij Bhushan as wrestlers' protest tightens against WFI chief

Owing to the controversy surrounding the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), the United World Wrestling (UWW) on Thursday announced that the upcoming Asian Wrestling Championships that was supposed to take place in New Delhi&nbsp;has now been moved out to Astana in Kazakhstan. The continent event, which was earlier slated for March 28th to April 2nd window in India's capital, will now be held from April 7th to 15th, the wrestling’s governing body said adding the final dates will be confirmed soon.

"UWW was forced to change the host of the continental championships due to the recent developments in Indian wrestling and a pending inquiry by the Indian sports ministry against the Wrestling Federation of India," the UWW said in a statement.

Meanwhile, early this year, several top wrestlers including Olympic champions in Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia and Vijay Dahiya among others protested at Jantar Mantar in Delhi alleging the WFI president, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh along with other members of the committee for sexual misconducts on the female wrestlers over a long time.&nbsp;More so that the decorated female wrestler Vinesh Phogat and others also alleged that Brij had actually threatened them and they also raised fingers on the mismanagement by wrestling’s top body in India.

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The Sports Ministry took notice of this protest that made headlines overnight for all wrong reasons. Acting immediately on this, the former BCCI president Anurag Thakur-led ministry held a meeting with the wrestlers assuring strict actions against the accused pending further investigation into the matter.

As a result, Brij Bhushan was sacked from his position then and there while a new committee was formed on January 23rd, chaired by former Olympic medalist Mary Kom to inquire the allegations laid by the wrestlers and were asked to submit a report within four weeks. Later, on past Thursday, the committee extended the deadline by further two weeks.

In the past,&nbsp;Astana in Kazakhstan also hosted the 2019 World Championships in addition to hosting the Asian Championships in 2021.

Owing to the controversy surrounding the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), the United World Wrestling (UWW) on Thursday announced that the upcoming Asian Wrestling Championships that was supposed to take place in New Delhi has now been moved out to Astana in Kazakhstan.

Owing to the controversy surrounding the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), the United World Wrestling (UWW) on Thursday announced that the upcoming Asian Wrestling Championships that was supposed to take place in New Delhi has now been moved out to Astana in Kazakhstan. The continent event, which was earlier slated for March 28th to April 2nd window in India's capital, will now be held from April 7th to 15th, the wrestling’s governing body said adding the final dates will be confirmed soon. "UWW was forced to change the host of the continental championships due to the recent developments in Indian wrestling and a pending inquiry by the Indian sports ministry against the Wrestling Federation of India," the UWW said in a statement. Meanwhile, early this year, several top wrestlers including Olympic champions in Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia and Vijay Dahiya among others protested at Jantar Mantar in Delhi alleging the WFI president, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh along with other members of the committee for sexual misconducts on the female wrestlers over a long time. More so that the decorated female wrestler Vinesh Phogat and others also alleged that Brij had actually threatened them and they also raised fingers on the mismanagement by wrestling’s top body in India. ALSO READ: MCC take steps towards normalising 'Mankad' at all age group levels, says the bowler is not the villain here The Sports Ministry took notice of this protest that made headlines overnight for all wrong reasons. Acting immediately on this, the former BCCI president Anurag Thakur-led ministry held a meeting with the wrestlers assuring strict actions against the accused pending further investigation into the matter. As a result, Brij Bhushan was sacked from his position then and there while a new committee was formed on January 23rd, chaired by former Olympic medalist Mary Kom to inquire the allegations laid by the wrestlers and were asked to submit a report within four weeks. Later, on past Thursday, the committee extended the deadline by further two weeks. In the past, Astana in Kazakhstan also hosted the 2019 World Championships in addition to hosting the Asian Championships in 2021.

UWW confirms Asian Wrestling Championships to move out of New Delhi to Astana due to WFI controversy

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has formed a panel to probe sexual harassment charges against Wrestling Federation of India Chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. The decision was taken during IOA's emergency executive council meeting on Friday which was attended by Abhinav Bindra, PT Usha and Kalyan Chaubey.

Indian Wrestling Scandal: Wrestling Chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh accused of sexual harassment