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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned former Indian cricket captain and Congress politician Mohammad Azharuddin for questioning in a money laundering case linked to alleged financial irregularities within the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA). The summons, issued on October 3, 2024, requires Azharuddin, a 61-year-old former Member of Parliament, to appear before the federal agency in Hyderabad to provide his statement. This investigation follows searches conducted by the ED in November 2023 as part of their probe into potential financial misconduct within the HCA.
The money laundering case originates from three First Information Reports (FIRs) and charge sheets filed by the Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB). The ACB alleges that criminal misappropriation of HCA funds took place, amounting to ₹20 crore (approximately $2.5 million USD). The ED's involvement stems from its mandate to investigate financial crimes and the potential for money laundering associated with these alleged misappropriations.
Azharuddin's summons signifies the ED's interest in gathering information from him regarding his potential role or knowledge of the alleged financial irregularities within the HCA. His previous association with the HCA and his position as a prominent figure in Indian cricket make him a crucial figure in the ongoing investigation. The outcome of this summons and subsequent investigations could have significant implications for both Azharuddin and the HCA, potentially leading to further legal proceedings or a resolution of the alleged financial irregularities.
Source: ED summons former India cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin in money laundering case