Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh Acquitted in Wrestlers' Sexual Harassment Case

Brief By Newsbrief / 2:52 PM on 03 Aug 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case filed by several women wrestlers, concluding that the prosecution failed to establish the allegations beyond reasonable doubt. The case, which emerged in 2023, had triggered nationwide protests by prominent wrestlers and intensified demands for reforms in Indian sports governance.

Reacting to the verdict, Brij Bhushan said he respected the court’s decision and described it as proof that “truth has prevailed.” His legal team maintained throughout the trial that the accusations lacked sufficient evidence.

The court’s detailed judgment is still awaited and is expected to explain the reasoning behind the acquittal. Legal experts say the complainants will be able to decide on further legal action, including a possible appeal, after reviewing the complete judgment. The verdict marks a significant development in one of India’s most closely watched sports-related legal cases.