Indian para swimmer sent back from Japan over sexual misconduct allegations

22 Oct 2026, 10:25 by Baisakhi · KalingaTV

New Delhi: In a shameful incident, Indian para swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh has been deported by the Japanese police to India after he was accused of molesting and sexually harassing a woman working at a hotel in Nagoya of Japan.

As per reports, the alleged incident occurred at the hotel where the Indian team for the Asian Para Games was staying.

Shaikh was expelled on Tuesday, a day after the alleged incident, and did not compete in his scheduled events, added reports.

The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) is considering strict disciplinary action, including a possible lifetime ban. A final decision is expected after the Games.

Shaikh, 40, earned medals in the 50m and 200m breaststroke at the 2018 Asian Para Games. Further details are waited.

Indian para swimmer sent back from Japan over sexual misconduct allegations

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