Bajrang Punia Suspended for Four Years by NADA

Olympic bronze medalist Bajrang Punia has been suspended for four years by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for refusing to provide a urine sample during national wrestling team selection trials.

Suspension Details and Chronology

Olympic bronze medalist Bajrang Punia suspended for four years by National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA)
Suspension began on April 23, 2024, for refusing to provide a urine sample during national wrestling team selection trials
Initial suspension on April 23, followed by temporary lift on May 31, 2024
Formal charge notice issued on June 23, 2024
Final four-year suspension confirmed on November 27, 2024

Punia's Defense and Reasoning

Punia claimed he did not outright refuse the doping test
Sought clarification about expired testing kits
Argued the refusal was not intentional but a demand for accountability
Suggested the suspension was related to his protest against former WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
Maintained he was willing to provide a sample after receiving a response about expired kits

NADA's Stance and Consequences

NADA deemed Punia's actions as deliberate non-compliance
Cited violation of Articles 20.1 and 20.2 of Anti-Doping Rules

Suspension prevents Punia from:

- Competing in professional wrestling
- Instructing overseas
- Participating in international sporting events
NADA maintained the athlete showed clear disregard for his responsibilities

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