Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan recently appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) after receiving a summons in relation to a case linked to an illegal betting application. The investigation is looking into Dhawan’s social media activity, where he was seen promoting the 1x platform. Authorities are documenting his statement under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to assess the scope of his involvement. The ED is currently probing multiple cases related to online betting platforms suspected of defrauding investors and evading taxes.
ED Questions Dhawan
Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan is currently being questioned regarding his association with the 1xBet platform. The ED seeks to clarify the extent of his endorsements and potential role in the alleged illegal betting app operations following the government’s ban on real-money online gaming.
VIDEO | Delhi: Former cricketer Shikhar Dhawan arrives at Enforcement Directorate (ED) office.
The ED had summoned Dhawan for questioning in an alleged illegal betting app-linked money laundering case, official sources said. The federal probe agency will record his statement… pic.twitter.com/Oemq6zh4CN
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