The Paralympic Committee of India has taken swift action against Dronacharya awardee coach Naval Singh, sacking him with immediate effect after allegations of harassment made by Paralympic champion Sumit Antil.
The matter has gained major attention after Antil lodged a formal complaint, with Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra backing it, turning the issue into a full-blown institutional crisis.
Antil's complaint centred on allegations of repeated verbal abuse and mental harassment, with the athlete describing a pattern of behaviour that escalated over time.
The case has landed hard because Naval Singh is a known name in Indian javelin circles, making the complaint far more significant than a routine dispute.
The controversy has also gained further traction due to reports of other athletes, including para throwers, supporting Antil's position, widening the issue beyond one athlete's grievance.
The PCI's decision to take immediate action sends a clear message: a decorated coach has been removed, athlete testimony has forced the issue into the open, and Indian athletics is being pushed to answer difficult questions about conduct, accountability, and athlete welfare.
