India’s ex-cricketer and broadcaster Robin Uthappa has landed himself in trouble. An arrest warrant has been issued against former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa over a suspected EPFO fraud case. According to a report by news agency IANS, Robin Uthappa is accused of not depositing ₹23 lakh deducted from employees’ salaries towards their provident fund while managing Century Lifestyle Brand Private Limited. Uthappa is not arrested as of now.
Warrant details
The Hindu reported that PF regional commissioner Shadakshari Gopal Reddy issued the warrant and has instructed the Pulakeshinagar police in Karnataka to take appropriate action. Officials mentioned that the warrant was executed on December 4 but was returned because Mr. Uthappa was not found at his Pulakeshinagar residence.
Uthappa in Dubai
It has been reported that Robin Uthappa and his family currently reside in Dubai. The warrant highlights that the failure to deposit the dues has hindered settling the affected workers’ PF accounts. The police have been ordered to arrest Uthappa and return the warrant by December 27.
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Who is Robin Uthappa?
Robin Uthappa, who has played 59 international matches for India, was a significant figure in the Indian Premier League. Throughout his cricket career, he scored 1,183 runs in 54 ODI innings, achieving seven half centuries. Robin Uthappa had a big moment when he played well during India’s 2006 tour to England, scoring a fast 86 runs in a one-day match. For many years, he was an important player in India’s middle order for ODIs. Besides cricket, Uthappa is into different businesses, such as owning a lifestyle brand.
