Suhsil Kumar: Sushil Kumar gets bail, report claims. The public reaction to Sushil's return to duty has been mixed. While some have criticised the reinstatement of an individual accused of murder, others argue that Sushil is innocent until proven guilty and deserves to resume his professional responsibilities.
Two-time Olympic medalist wrestler Sushil Kumar has officially resumed his duty with the Northern Railway after getting bail in a high-profile murder case. According to a report by the news agency IANS, Sushil, once known as the face of indian wrestling, reported to the railway office earlier this week.
Sushil has been in judicial custody since 2021 in the murder case of fellow wrestler Sagar Dhankhar. The delhi High court recently granted him bail, citing delay in the trial process while the investigation is still on and his legal battle is not over. The bail has allowed him to return to the public sphere.
Railway sources told IANS that Sushil, currently posted as Senior Commercial Manager in Northern Railway, was on duty in formal attire and has been keeping a low profile amid growing media interest. Officials confirmed his reinstatement, saying the process was carried out as per service rules.
Public reaction to Sushil's return to duty has been mixed. While some have criticised the reinstatement of an individual accused of murder, others argue that Sushil is innocent until proven guilty and deserves to resume his professional responsibilities.
Once a national icon, Sushil's journey from Olympic podium to murder accused had stunned the nation. He won bronze at the Beijing 2008 olympics and silver at the London 2012 olympics in wrestling. He became India's first athlete to win two Olympic medals. For now, the wrestling star appears focused on quietly returning to regular life. However, the court proceedings are still ongoing, and the cloud of doubt will continue to loom over Sushil until any outcome is known.
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