Ex-Cricketer Robin Uthappa Faces Arrest Warrant Over Provident Fund Fraud
Robin Uthappa faces arrest over provident fund fraud, must pay ₹24 lakh by December 27
Former cricketer Robin Uthappa faces arrest for failing to pay ₹24 lakh in provident fund dues by December 27
Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa is under scrutiny after an arrest warrant was issued against him for alleged fraud related to employee provident fund contributions. Uthappa, who is the director of Bengaluru-based Centaurus Lifestyle Brands Pvt Ltd, has until December 27 to clear dues amounting to nearly ₹24 lakh. Failure to do so could result in his arrest.
The issue stems from the company’s failure to remit provident fund deductions from employees’ salaries into their accounts. According to Regional Provident Fund Commissioner Sadakshari Gopal Reddy, the company owes approximately ₹23,36,602 in damages. The warrant, issued on December 4, states that non-payment has delayed the settlement of provident fund accounts for affected employees, many of whom are low-income workers.
The letter accompanying the warrant emphasized the impact on workers, urging the police to execute the arrest and return the warrant before the December 27 deadline. “Due to non-remittance of dues, this office is unable to settle the Provident Fund Accounts of the poor workers,” the letter noted.
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Robin Uthappa, 39, was a celebrated batsman who represented India in 59 international matches and was a prominent figure in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Over his career, he scored 1,183 runs in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), including seven half-centuries.
Despite his achievements on the cricket field, this legal issue casts a shadow over his post-retirement ventures. Employees have accused Uthappa’s company of deducting provident fund amounts without depositing them, leading to significant financial and legal repercussions.
The Enforcement Directorate has been tasked with ensuring compliance, and Uthappa’s failure to address the dues could lead to stricter action. The case highlights the importance of adherence to financial and legal obligations, especially in businesses involving employee welfare.
With the December 27 deadline approaching, all eyes are on Uthappa to see if he can resolve the issue and avoid arrest. The case serves as a stark reminder of the accountability required of employers in safeguarding employees rights.
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