#JusticeForDaughters: Sakshi Malik's Outcry Over BJP's Candidate Choice
Sakshi Malik, a prominent former Indian wrestler and Rio Games bronze medalist, publicly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for nominating Karan Singh, the son of ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan Shahran Singh, for the Lok Sabha seat of Kaiserganj, Uttar Pradesh. This decision has sparked outrage among the wrestling community, particularly because Brij Bhushan has been accused by top wrestlers, including Malik, Bajrang Punia, and Vinesh Phogat, of sexual harassment during his tenure.
The wrestlers have been vocal in their protests at Jantar Mantar, demanding Brij Bhushan's arrest and asserting that his continued influence in politics undermines their struggle for justice. Sakshi expressed her dismay in a post on 'X', stating, "The daughters of the country lost, Brij Bhushan won." She lamented the lack of action against Brij Bhushan and criticized the political decision to empower his family further, suggesting it demoralizes countless women across the nation. This controversy not only highlights the intersection of politics and sports in India but also raises significant concerns about accountability and justice within the political system.
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