New Delhi: In a recent development, newly-elected president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), Sanjay Singh, criticized Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia, and Virender Yadav for engaging in politics over his appointment. This comes after Sakshi Malik announced her shock retirement and Bajrang Punia and Virender Yadav returned their Padma Shri awards as a protest against Sanjay’s appointment.
Sanjay Singh addressed the issue by stating that an athlete’s retirement is a personal decision and he would not comment on it. He also defended his appointment, emphasizing that his closeness to Brij Bhushan Singh should not undermine his qualifications for the position.
Meanwhile, former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh announced that the federation will host Under-15 and Under-20 wrestling events from December 28th to 31st. He expressed concern that the wrestlers’ careers would be affected if the tournaments were not organized within this timeframe.
Sakshi Malik, visibly distraught, announced her retirement during a press conference in the national capital. She placed her wrestling shoes on the table as a symbolic gesture. Bajrang Punia also announced his decision to return his Padma Shri award in protest.
The situation has caused a stir in the wrestling community, with athletes taking a stand against the appointment of Sanjay Singh as the new WFI president. The controversy surrounding this issue continues to unfold.,
In a recent interview, newly appointed Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president, Sanjay Singh, addressed the notion that he was a “dummy candidate” chosen simply because of his proximity to influential figure Brij Bhushan. Singh firmly denied these allegations, emphasizing his qualifications and dedication to the sport. He expressed his commitment to uplift Indian wrestling and bring positive changes to the federation. Singh’s appointment brings hope for a fresh perspective and renewed focus on the development of wrestling in India.
