Former Wrestling Federation of India President announces retirement as federation is suspended. Protests by star wrestlers lead to major shakeup in Indian wrestling landscape.
Wrestling Federation of India suspended amid sexual harassment scandal, officers sacked. Ad hoc committee appointed to oversee federation. Concerns raised about governance and integrity. Wrestlers and fans hopeful for a brighter future.
Protesting Indian wrestlers delay plan to immerse medals in Ganges River after a farmer leader secures a five-day ultimatum. Wrestlers demand the removal and arrest of WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment allegations. The protests began in January and have become a significant headache for the Indian government.
The Wrestling Federation of India is all set to hold its Executive Committee elections on July 6. Results will be announced on the same day. Learn all the details here.
After weeks of controversy, wrestling will return to normalcy with open selection trials for U-15 and U-20 wrestlers by the IOA. The incumbent managing committee of WFI accused of sexual harassment has been suspended. The selection trials were transparent and satisfactory. The IOA plans on organizing competitions for young wrestlers in the coming months.