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Arrest Warrant Issued Against Robin Uthappa in ₹23 Lakh PF Fraud Case

Former cricketer Robin Uthappa faces an arrest warrant over allegations of failing to deposit employees' PF contributions, amounting to ₹23 lakh 

21-12-2024
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An arrest warrant has been issued against former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa over allegations of Provident Fund (PF) fraud. The warrant, signed by PF Regional Commissioner Shadakshari Gopal Reddy, instructs Pulakeshinagar police to take necessary action regarding the case.

Uthappa, who managed a private firm called Centuries Lifestyle Brand Private Limited, is accused of deducting employees' PF contributions but failing to deposit them, leading to an alleged fraud amounting to ₹23 lakh.

In a communication dated December 4, Commissioner Reddy directed police to execute the warrant. However, the police returned the warrant to the PF office, stating that Uthappa is no longer living at his last known address in Pulakeshinagar. Officials reported that Uthappa and his family are believed to be residing in Dubai.

The warrant emphasized that the non-payment of dues has obstructed the PF office from processing the claims of affected employees. It further instructed the police to arrest Uthappa and return the warrant by December 27.

Uthappa, a former opening batsman for India, played 59 international matches and was a key figure in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He scored 1,183 runs in 54 ODI innings, including seven half-centuries. Uthappa was also part of Kolkata Knight Riders' title-winning team in 2014, remembered for his dynamic batting performances.

Authorities are now working to locate Uthappa to advance the investigation and ensure compliance with legal obligations.

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