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The controversy surrounding Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's participation in the Paris Olympics has taken a dramatic turn, with former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh making serious allegations against the athlete. Singh, a BJP leader, claims that Phogat's Olympic journey was marred by 'cheating' and that 'God punished' her for her actions. This statement has sparked outrage and further fueled the ongoing political battle between the BJP and Congress, as Phogat recently joined the Congress party.
Singh, who has been accused of sexual misconduct by several wrestlers, maintains his innocence. He alleges that the wrestlers' protest against him was not genuine but a political plot orchestrated by the Congress party. He specifically points fingers at Congress leaders Bhupinder Hooda and Deepender Hooda, as well as wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat, accusing them of exploiting the situation for political gain. Singh believes that the protests were aimed at discrediting the ruling BJP and influencing public opinion in favor of the Congress. The former WFI president further alleges that Phogat and Punia, who have both resigned from their positions with Northern Railways, joined the Congress party with a clear political agenda, using their Olympic achievements as a platform to advance their political careers.
The current WFI president, Sanjay Singh, has also come out in support of Bhushan, accusing the wrestlers of conspiring against the wrestling community. Sanjay Singh claims that the protest was orchestrated by the Congress party and disrupted wrestling activities, potentially harming India's performance in international competitions. He alleges that the protest was timed to coincide with the upcoming Haryana assembly elections and was intended to capitalize on the public's sympathy for the wrestlers' cause. This statement further fuels the accusations of political motivations behind the protests and the ongoing feud between the BJP and Congress.
The allegations made by Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh against Vinesh Phogat are serious and have far-reaching implications for both the wrestling community and the upcoming elections. The accusations of cheating and disrespecting daughters have sparked intense debate and raised questions about the integrity of the athletes involved. The political maneuvering surrounding this controversy highlights the complex interplay between sports, politics, and public opinion, especially in the context of a highly anticipated event like the Paris Olympics. Whether the accusations are true or a political ploy remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: this controversy is far from over and will continue to dominate headlines in the coming months.