Ahmedabad: A 39-year-old businessman from the city has alleged that his identity documents were misused to open multiple bank accounts and conduct transactions worth several crores, resulting in an income-tax demand notice and what he describes as a prolonged breach of trust.In his complaint, the businessman stated that he earlier worked as a dance choreographer with an academy operating from a commercial complex. During his association with the academy, he alleged that the operators collected and retained his PAN card, photograph, and other documents for KYC purposes.The complainant said he later parted ways with the academy and started his own business. However, in March 2018, he received a notice from the income tax department stating that bank accounts in his name had recorded transactions between Rs 5 crore and Rs 10 crore during 2011-13, resulting in a tax liability of around Rs 1.6 crore.According to the complaint, inquiries with the banks revealed that the accounts had allegedly been opened using his PAN card and photograph without his knowledge. He further alleged that the transactions were carried out by the academy operator and the operator’s spouse.When he confronted them, the accused allegedly assured him that their chartered accountant would resolve the matter. The complainant said he sought a written undertaking, following which the accused allegedly executed a notarised affidavit accepting responsibility.Despite repeated assurances, the issue remains unresolved, he alleged. The businessman has now approached authorities seeking an investigation, claiming that his documents were used between 2011 and March 2018 to open bank accounts and carry out benami transactions through cheques.He has urged police to initiate action based on his complaint, witness statements, and evidence that may emerge during the investigation.
