Robin Uthappa, who is director of Bengaluru-based Centaurus Lifestyle Brands Pvt Ltd, has been given time till December 27 to pay the dues of nearly Rs 24 lakh, or face arrest. He was accused of deducting provident funds from the salaries of his employees but not depositing the funds into the accounts of his employees.
Robin Uthappa revealed that he was appointed as director of companies in 2018-19 after his financial contributions to them in the form of loans. But the batter was quick to mention that he didn't have an active role and wasn't even involved in the day-to-day operations of the businesses.
"In light of recent news of the PF case against me, I would like to provide some clarification with regard to my involvement with Strawberry Lencería Pvt. Ltd., Centaurus Lifestyle Brands Pvt. Ltd., and Berryz Fashion House. In 2018-19, I was appointed as a director in these companies due to my financial contributions to them in the form of loans.
These companies failed to repay the funds I lent them, leading me to initiate legal proceedings - Robin Uthappa
Robin Uthappa also claimed that the companies in which he has invested haven't repaid the funds which forced him to initiate legal proceedings. While adding that he has resigned from directorships several years ago, he said that he had no role in these companies
"When the Provident Fund authorities issued notices demanding payment of dues, my legal team responded, highlighting that I had no role in these companies and provided documentation from the companies themselves confirming my lack of involvement."
I would also like to urge the media to kindly present complete facts - Robin Uthappa
"Despite this, the Provident Fund authorities have continued with proceedings, and my legal advisors will take the necessary steps to resolve this matter in the coming days. I would also like to urge the media to kindly present complete facts and to verify the authenticity of the information being shared."
— Robbie Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) December 21, 2024
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