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Legal18 Aug 2026, 08:20 pm

3i Infotech: Fraud complaint deemed civil; legal opinion sought

AI Summary

3i Infotech Ltd has received an update from the Economic Offence Wing (EOW), Navi Mumbai, regarding a fraud complaint filed on February 3, 2026. The EOW has concluded a preliminary inquiry, deeming the matter to be of a civil nature and suggesting the company seek redressal from the concerned department. This follows an earlier disclosure on February 4, 2026, about the complaint. The company is now seeking legal opinion to determine its next course of action. The original complaint, filed on November 12, 2025, related to a large-scale corporate financial fraud, criminal breach of trust, and conspiracy concerning the disinvestment of 3i Consumer Services Limited and wrongful redemption of preference shares in eMudhra Limited, with an estimated impact exceeding ₹128 crores.

Key Highlights

  • EOW deems 3i Infotech's fraud complaint to be of a civil nature.
  • Company is seeking legal opinion on the EOW's preliminary inquiry findings.
  • Original complaint involves alleged fraud exceeding ₹128 crores.
  • Investigation into fraudulent disinvestment and share redemption continues.