Goa police arrested Deepak Sharma, an executive committee member of the All India Football Federation (AIFF), on Saturday for allegedly assaulting two female players. The incident occurred during the Indian Women’s Football League (IWL) second division in Goa.
Two players from Khad FC, representing Himachal Pradesh, accused Sharma, also the club owner, of forcibly entering their room and assaulting them on March 28.
“AIFF executive committee member Deepak Sharma was called for questioning during the day after a formal complaint was received. He was arrested by Mapusa police under various sections, including causing hurt, using force against women, among others,” Deputy Superintendent of Police Sandesh Chodankar told PTI.
“He will remain in custody for the night and will be produced in court on Sunday for remand,” said Mapusa police station inspector Shitakant Naik.
Meanwhile, GFA President Caetano Fernandes told PTI the association helped the victims file the complaint at Mapusa police station.
Sharma is also the secretary-general of the Himachal Pradesh Football Association.