Why did Vinesh Phogat file a plea in Delhi High Court?

Phogat filed the plea seeking permission to participate in World Championship trials after her maternity leave.

What happened at the Constitution Club meeting regarding Phogat’s case?

Phogat’s counsel attended, but no WFI representatives showed up, causing dispute over participation.

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Delhi High Court Rejects Vinesh Phogat’s Plea to Compete in Trials

Court asks Wrestling Federation of India to frame guidelines for women athletes

The Delhi High Court has rejected wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s plea to participate in the World Championship trials. The court directed the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to establish clear guidelines for women athletes, following Phogat’s return from maternity leave and her request to compete.

Reported by: निहारिका टाइम्स न्यूज़ डेस्क

Published Sep 11, 2026, 02:30 IST

News Desk, Niharika Times

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The Delhi High Court rejected wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s plea to compete in the World Championship trials and directed the Wrestling Federation of India to establish clear guidelines for women athletes returning from maternity leave. Phogat's counsel highlighted a meeting at the Constitution Club where no WFI representatives were present, while the federation claimed she did not attend. Experts noted that the ruling could potentially delay her career by two years.

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Phogat’s counsel stated they attended a meeting at the Constitution Club in response to a show cause notice, but no representatives from the WFI were present. The federation later claimed that Phogat did not participate in the meeting. An expert observed that this situation effectively sidelines Phogat for two more years, ending her athletic career.

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Why did Vinesh Phogat file a plea in Delhi High Court?: Phogat filed the plea seeking permission to participate in World Championship trials after her maternity leave.
What happened at the Constitution Club meeting regarding Phogat’s case?: Phogat’s counsel attended, but no WFI representatives showed up, causing dispute over participation.

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