Brij Bhushan Singh Sharan Addresses Wrestling Federation of India Controversy

BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh Sharan responded to ongoing protests regarding the election of Sanjay Singh as Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief. Emphasizing fair elections and Singh’s majority win, Sharan reiterated his camp’s commitment to advancing the sport. He expressed concern over the sport’s development being stalled for 11 months due to protests.

Addressing dissenting wrestlers, Sharan highlighted the lack of widespread support, attributing it to affiliations. He lamented the departure of wrestler Sakshi Malik and queried how best to support protesting wrestlers, citing the challenging situation. Sharan remains resolute in his camp’s dedication to wrestling’s betterment.

The controversy arose following Singh’s election, prompting ongoing wrestler protests. Despite challenges, Sharan reaffirms the commitment to enhance wrestling despite current adversities.