CoA seeks explanation from Johri after anonymous #metoo post alleging harrasment
Team Udayavani, Oct 14, 2018, 11:36 AM IST
New Delhi: The Committee of Administrator (CoA) Saturday sought an explanation from BCCI CEO Rahul Johri after an anonymous account of alleged sexual harassment by him was shared on social media as part of the ongoing #metoo movement.
Author Harnidh Kaur posted the allegations by an unnamed victim, who claimed to be an ex-colleague of Johri at the Discovery Channel.
Johri worked in various positions with the channel from 2001 to 2016 before taking over as the BCCI CEO.
“had emails sent about a BUNCH of head honchos in media. survivor has asked to not put out all the names. Rahul Johari, your #timesup #metoo,” read the tweet by Kaur which was accompanied by screenshots, detailing the alleged incident.
Reacting to the post, the Supreme Court-appointed CoA sought an explanation from Johri without specifying any timeline for its course of action.
“The reports disclose allegations of sexual harassment made against Mr. Johri, by an unnamed person through a twitter handle. The allegations also relate to his previous employment with a large media house,” said the COA statement
“Though the said allegations do not pertain to his employment with the BCCI, the Committee of Administrators of the BCCI has deemed it appropriate to seek an explanation from Mr Johri in relation to the allegations.
“He has been asked to submit his explanation within a week. Future course of action will be considered on receipt of his explanation,” it added.
The #metoo movement in India began with Bollywood actor Tanushree Dutta accusing veteran actor Nana Patekar of sexual harassment.
Subsequently, several public figures were accused of sexual harassment by women. The list includes journalist-turned-politician M J Akbar and filmmaker Sajid Khan among others.
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