Congress leader Supriya Shrinate pointed out Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s absence from Parliament and Vinesh Phogat’s potential MLA victory. Singh, who faces sexual harassment allegations, accused Phogat of cheating to enter the Paris Olympics. Congress denounced his statements and reiterated their support for the wrestlers protesting against him.

The retired bureaucrat earlier served as the Election Commissioner of India.

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s meeting with the Governor comes amidst speculations over his resignation