Top Indian wrestlers unite in protest against Wrestling Federation chief | Video

New Delhi, Apr 25 (EFE/EPA).- On Tuesday, top Indian wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik participated in a sit-in protest against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan, demanding his arrest over sexual harassment allegations.

The protest took place in New Delhi, where the athletes addressed the media and expressed their concern over the serious allegations against the WFI chief.

The protesters are urging the authorities to take swift action to ensure a safe environment for athletes. The ongoing controversy may affect the reputation of Indian wrestling on the international stage, and many are waiting to see how the situation develops in the coming weeks. (Camera: RAJAT GUPTA).

FOOTAGE SHOWS THE SIT-IN PROTEST AGAINST INDIA'S WRESTLING FEDERATION CHIEF BRIJ BHUSHAN, IN NEW DELHI, INDIA.

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Date: 25/04/2023 12:00 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EPA
Topic: Unrest and conflicts » Civil unrest
Type: Rough cut
Duration: 93 seconds
Reference: 7001258327
Relevance: Normal