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Kolkata rape-murder case: Doctors to protest at Jantar Mantar today

August 31, 2024, 9:14 am

The Federation of All India Medical Associations (FAIMA) plans to hold a peaceful protest on Saturday at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, demanding justice for the alleged murder and sexual assault of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on August 9.

Doctors across various states have been protesting, seeking justice for the victim, whose body was discovered in the seminar hall of the state-run hospital earlier this month. They are also calling for stronger security measures for healthcare professionals in response to this horrific incident, which has sparked widespread outrage across the country.

The case, which initially drew intense attention, has now been transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) following an order by the Calcutta High Court. A civic volunteer named Sanjay Roy, who worked at the hospital, has been arrested in connection with the crime.

On August 30, FAIMA’s Vice President and a senior resident doctor at AIIMS New Delhi, Dr. Suvrankar Datta, released a video message announcing a large-scale peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar on August 31. The purpose is to demand justice for their colleague in West Bengal and to urge the Central government to implement a centralised protection act for healthcare professionals to prevent violence against them.

Dr. Datta emphasized that the protest is a show of solidarity for the deceased and a call to authorities to strengthen security measures in hospitals across the country. “Before the Supreme Court hearing scheduled for September 5, I urge doctors to join us at Jantar Mantar from 3 pm to 5 pm. We want to demonstrate our unity and strength as we seek justice for our sister and demand better security across hospitals nationwide,” he stated.

In a related development, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) Kolkata suspended the membership of Dr. Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, as the CBI continues its investigation into the incident.

CM Mamata Banerjee strongly condemns Delhi Police’s action against protesting wrestlers

May 28, 2023, 5:32 pm

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her strong condemnation regarding the treatment of protesting wrestlers by the Delhi police. Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia, and others were detained by the police on Sunday as they attempted to march towards the new Parliament building in order to stage a demonstration. Banerjee took to Twitter to express her disapproval, stating that she strongly condemns the manner in which Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat, and other wrestlers were manhandled by the Delhi Police. She expressed her disappointment that such treatment was inflicted upon the champions.

“Democracy lies in tolerance but autocratic forces thrive on intolerance and quelling of dissent. I demand they be immediately released by police. I stand by our wrestlers,” said the Chief Minister in her tweet.

The wrestlers had announced that they planned to hold a women’s Maha Panchayat in front of the new Parliament as part of their protest against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan who has been accused of sexually harassing women wrestlers. Seven women wrestlers have filed a police complaint against him.Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the new Parliament building to the nation on Sunday morning. After performing puja, PM Modi installed the sacred ‘Sengol’ in the new Lok Sabha chamber, right next to the Speaker’s chair.

‘Democracy being killed, Mahapanchayat will definitely happen’ says Bajrang Punia

May 28, 2023, 1:00 pm

Star wrestler Bajrang Punia has announced that the Mahila Mahapanchayat, a gathering of women, will be organized in front of the newly inaugurated Parliament building, amid the ongoing wrestler protest in the national capital. Wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat, and Sakshee Mallik, have been demonstrating at Jantar Mantar, accusing the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, of sexual harassment and demanding his arrest. However, security personnel detained the protesting wrestlers as they attempted to march towards the new Parliament from their protest site at Jantar Mantar.

“Democracy is being killed in the country, no one is getting the justice they deserve”, Bajrang Punia told reporters ahead of the protesting wrestlers’ march towards the new Parliament building.Punia said, “Many people are very cooperative with us but there are few police officials who are misbehaving with us, they are not allowing our family members to go inside.”

Bajrang Punia confirmed that the Mahapanchayat will indeed take place despite the obstacles faced by the protesting wrestlers. He mentioned that they have submitted a letter seeking permission for the gathering, but accused the police of intentionally pressuring and misleading them. Although he did not explicitly mention Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Punia criticized the accused individual for freely roaming and attempting to undermine the POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act while the peaceful protesters face mistreatment.

Punia also claimed that approximately 2,500 people have been detained by the police, and they are targeting not only the wrestlers but also the coaches, players, and leaders of Kisan Union and Khap Panchayat in various states such as Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan.In response to the wrestlers’ plan for a women’s Maha Panchayat in front of the new Parliament building in the national capital, Delhi Police have heightened security measures throughout the city.

Statement of WFI president Brij Bhushan recorded by Delhi Police

May 12, 2023, 12:57 pm

The SIT has been formed and Delhi police have recorded the statement of Wrestling Federation of India president and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on the alleged sexual harassment case of female wrestlers.

“On the complaint of the wrestlers, the statement of WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh was recorded and some documents were demanded. Brij Bhushan denied the allegations levelled against him. SIT has been formed with 10 police personnel including four women police officers. A team of ten people was formed under the supervision of a woman DCP,” said Delhi Police. Delhi Police filed two FIRs on April 28 following the notice by the Supreme Court.

Earlier this year, prominent wrestlers came forward to lead a protest against the WFI chief, following which the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur announced the formation of an ‘oversight committee’ to probe allegations against the WFI, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and some coaches. The name of Wrestling Federation of India Assistant Secretary Vinod Tomar is also accused in the FIR.

“Statements of Assistant Secretary WFI Vinod Tomar were also recorded. Vinod Tomar is also an accused in Delhi Police’s FIR. Brij Bhushan Sharan has asked to collect some video evidence and mobile data in his clarification. SIT will also interrogate Brij Bhushan further,” said Delhi Police.WFI president Brij Bhushan has denied the allegations levelled against him by wrestlers.On April 23 this year the ace grapplers- Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshee Mallik- returned to the protest site at Jantar Mantar, claiming that six women wrestlers, and a minor, filed a sexual harassment complaint against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh at Connaught Place Police Station but Delhi Police did not register an FIR.

Farmers break through Delhi Police barricades to join protesting wrestlers at Jantar Mantar

May 8, 2023, 1:55 pm

According to Delhi Police, farmers who came from different states to show support for the protesting farmers at Jantar Mantar in the national capital on Monday, breached the barricades set up in the area and reached the protest site.

Farmers from various parts of the country including Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh reached the national capital under the Samyukta Kisan Morcha on Sunday to support the wrestlers protesting at Jantar Mantar for over two weeks against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh, demanding his sacking and arrest following the allegations of sexual harassment by the wrestlers. The farmers who were escorted to Jantar Mantar were in a “hurry” to reach the protest site and hence “climbed” the barricades, the Delhi Police said.

“A group of farmers were escorted to Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. At the entry barricades, they were in a hurry to reach the Dharna site in which some of them climbed the barricades which fell down and were removed by them. The protestors at Jantar Mantar are being facilitated. Entry is being regulated through DFMD to ensure safety. Please remain peaceful and abide by the law,” the Delhi Police said.

In the wake of the incident, the Delhi Police urged the public to remain peaceful and abide by the law.The protesting wrestlers have made it clear that they won’t move until they get justice and Brij Bhushan is removed as the WFI chief and put behind bars.
The wrestlers took out a candle march in Delhi on Sunday.

Wrestler Bajrang Punia vows to fight for India’s pride

May 7, 2023, 3:53 pm

As farmers from several states marched into the national capital to show solidarity with protesting wrestlers there, star wrestler and Olympian Bjarang Punia said there was a fight for “country dignity.”

Speaking to the media persons at the protest site near the Jantar Mantar, Punia said, “We will protest as long as we don’t get justice. This is the fight for the respect and dignity of our country’s daughters and mothers, and also for the dignity of the country.”

“We are thankful to people who are coming here to extend their support. To those who are coming here to express solidarity with us, I would say, please ensure peace,” Punia said.

The Olympic bronze medalist also urged the police administration not to trouble or harass those who were visiting the site to stand with the protesting wrestlers.

“We are receiving support from the whole country.” “People from Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Indore are arriving here to stand with us,” he said.

Security has been provided to wrestlers, including minor complainant: Delhi Police to SC

May 4, 2023, 3:56 pm

The Delhi Police informed the Supreme Court that the wrestlers, including a juvenile complainant, had received the requisite security notwithstanding the continuing protest by professional wrestlers in the nation’s capital.

Top Indian wrestlers have accused Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment while staging a sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar since April 23. Following a complaint made to the Connaught Place police station on April 21 alleging that Brij Bhushan, the head of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), had harassed and exploited seven female wrestlers, including one minor, top wrestlers are staging a sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar.

Following a petition filed by wrestlers regarding their security, Delhi Police today told the Supreme Court that it has provided security to wrestlers.After observing the petition’s purpose has been served, a bench headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud closed the matter at this stage.Supreme Court noted that the purpose of the wrestlers’ petition has been served as an FIR was registered and security has been provided to wrestlers including a minor complainant.

The top court said, “We close the proceedings at this stage. Further petitioners can approach the magistrate or the High Court in its jurisdiction if they wish for something else.”

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta apprised the top court that proper security has been provided to the minor.Mehta apprised the apex court that Delhi Police carried out a threat assessment for other wrestlers and found no threat to others. Mehta said that however proper security was given to the other six wrestlers and three armed police officers have been deployed at Jantar Mantar.

Senior Advocate Harish Salve appeared for Brij Bhushan and apprised the court that his client has not been impleaded as a party in the matter and urged the court to be heard.
SG Tushar Mehta apprised SC that the investigation is ongoing and a sealed cover report has been filed.Further, he also informed the top court that the police have examined the complainants and a senior lady officer and her team are probing the matter.Wrestler’s counsel told Supreme Court that the accused is giving an interview and naming the complainants.

Delhi CM meets wrestlers protesting at Jantar Mantar

April 29, 2023, 7:55 pm

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal arrived at Jantar Mantar and met wrestlers protesting against Wrestlers Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Saturday over allegations of sexual harassment.

The Delhi CM raised the slogans Bharat Mata Ki Jai, Inquilab Zindabad, and Vande Mataram at Jantar Mantar. The CM said, “Friends, those wrestlers of our country, those players of our nation who glorified the name of Bharat in the whole world… Today, for the past week, we have been sitting and protesting at the Jantar Mantar”.

“Why are they protesting? Because one of the big leaders of their party (referring to the BJP) mistreated the girls, our sisters, who glorified the name of our country. By the way, if any girl of our country, any sister of our country, or any woman of our country is ill-treated, that person should be immediately caught and the harshest punishment should be given. He should be hanged,” Kejriwal added.

Delhi Police on Friday registered two FIRs against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh following allegations of sexual harassment by women wrestlers.

‘My party does not spare any wrongdoer’; says Haryana minister Anil Vij

January 21, 2023, 1:08 pm

Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij on Saturday said to probe the allegations of wrestlers against the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) the BJP-led central government has initiated action and a three-member committee has been formed.

After wrestlers protested at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi Vij’s reaction came and said, “This is a very serious matter, my party does not spare any wrongdoer, an inquiry has been instituted and strict action will be taken against whoever is found guilty. The government has initiated action and a three-member committee has been formed, they are serious.”

Earlier on Saturday Congress leader Manickam Tagore said to protect the women in the country Prime Minister took action.

“It is unfortunate that the medal winners have to sit at Jantar Mantar. It shows how the government of India particularly the Prime Minister approaches this kind of issue. Modi should get in and set things correctly,” Tagore said.

“His silence is a support to the people who have done mistakes. (WFI chief) Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh who is an MP should be responsible,” Tagore added.

Tagore further stated, “Sexual harassment allegations against the BJP leader who is chairman of the Wrestling Federation of India is unfortunate. Modi speaks about Beti Bachao and Beti Padhao. Phogat has complained to Modi long back. This is the responsibility of Modi.”

“Behaviour towards the women wrestlers. It’s high time that the Prime Minister act and keeps his word and protects the girls of India, particularly girls who get medals for us fighting for the Indian flag,” Tagore said.

Meanwhile on Saturday after meeting Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur wrestlers called off their protest.

Addressing the press conference Anurag Thakur said, “Considering the demands of the sportspersons, we have decided to constitute an oversight committee, whose names will be announced tomorrow. The investigation will be completed in the next four weeks, wherein all the allegations leveled will be thoroughly probed to take a final decision.”

However, till the probe ends WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh would step aside.

Wrestlers Protest: Indian Olympic Association calls emergency meeting

January 20, 2023, 5:05 pm

Amid the ongoing protests by ace wrestlers at Jantar Mantar, Indian Olympic Association calls an emergency meeting at 5:45 pm today to discuss the protesting wrestlers’ issues.

Wrestlers Protest: Ace wrestlers to meet Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur

January 20, 2023, 4:58 pm

Amid the ongoing protests by ace wrestlers at Jantar Mantar, wrestlers can reach Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur’s residence at 6 p.m. for the second round of the talk. Even after meeting with Union Minister Anurag Thakur at his residence on Thursday, wrestlers ended their meeting on an undecisive note on Friday morning and started their protest again on Jantar Mantar at 10 a.m. Earlier on Wednesday, wrestler Vinesh Phogat alleged that coaches who are favorites of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) harass the women.

Brij Bhushan to resign as WFI chief

January 19, 2023, 4:18 pm

Amid ongoing protests by wrestlers in the national capital, it has been confirmed that Brij Bhushan will resign as Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief. Earlier in the day, champion wrestler and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Babita Phogat met with protesting wrestlers at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Thursday.

PM Modi’s brother Prahlad Modi stages protest at Jantar Mantar

August 2, 2022, 6:00 pm

Vice President of All India Fair Price Shop Dealers Federation, Prahlad Modi, on Tuesday, staged a dharna at Jantar Mantar. Moreover, Prahlad Modi is also the brother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Prahlad Modi said that soon a delegation of AIFPSDF will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and submit a memorandum. The demands of the organization would be listed in the memorandum and would be conveyed to PM Modi.

“A delegation of AIFPSDF will submit a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, listing our long-standing demands for the sake of our survival. With the current situation of a hike in the cost of living and overhead expenditures for running shops, a raise of mere 20 paise per kg in our margin is a cruel joke. We request the Union government to grant us relief and end our financial miseries,” Prahlad said.

Meanwhile, the AIFPSDF has nine demands, including compensation for losses incurred on rice, wheat, and sugar. Prahlad Modi said that the AIFPSDF will hold a meeting of the National Executive on Wednesday. In the meeting, the future strategy will be decided and further initiatives will be taken according to the strategy.