WFI President Sanjay Singh: Ad-hoc committee's relevance diminished as my suspension lifted

The Wrestling Federation of India's president, Sanjay Singh, welcomed the decision of the United World Wrestling to lift its suspension on India. The ad-hoc committee's significance diminishes as Singh's suspension ends, rendering legal action unnecessary. Singh reaffirms commitment to wrestlers' futures and plans for Olympic trials.

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The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President, Sanjay Singh, expressed gratitude towards the United World Wrestling (UWW) for revoking the suspension imposed on India. Singh highlighted that the interim management by the ad-hoc committee is now inconsequential. He stated, "I appreciate UWW's decision. The ad-hoc committee's relevance has diminished."

Initially considering legal recourse against the ad-hoc committee, Singh altered plans following UWW's suspension lift on WFI. He emphasized the official recognition received by WFI, thereby concluding his suspension. "With our official recognition and my suspension terminated, seeking legal advice becomes redundant," Singh affirmed.

Following the suspension of WFI by the Sports Ministry of India, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) formed a three-member ad-hoc committee, led by Bhupinder Singh Bajwa. This committee, including Manjusha Kanwar and M.M. Somaya, was tasked with managing WFI's affairs.

UWW has urged WFI to ensure non-discriminatory treatment towards wrestlers like Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat, and Bajrang Punia. They had protested against former WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, accusing him of sexual harassment. Sanjay assured non-compromise on wrestlers' futures and invited them for upcoming trials.

In preparation for the Paris Olympics in July, Sanjay pledged to schedule trials promptly. He emphasized collaboration with the Sports Ministry for final decisions and encouraged athletes' participation. "Our focus is on sports and athletes," Sanjay reiterated, urging everyone to gear up for the trials.

Sanjay also assured that the WFI would soon convene a meeting to determine the date and other details for the trials. He stated, "We will send a letter to the Sports Ministry regarding this and the ministry will make the final decision."

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With the Paris Olympics slated to be organized in July, Sanjay assured that the WFI will soon "convene a meeting to determine the date and other details for the trials" and encouraged wrestlers to prepare and participate in the trials.

"We will convene a meeting to determine the date and other details for the trials. We will send a letter to the Sports Ministry regarding this and the ministry will make the final decision.

"Currently, my entire focus is on sports and the athletes. As it's an Olympic year, our primary goal is to progress in sports and support our athletes. Everyone is encouraged to participate and prepare for the upcoming trials," Sanjay concluded.