Sunanda gives up 'sweat equity' in IPL Kochi: Lawyer

In the midst of controversy involving her and Union Minister Shashi Tharoor over Kochi IPL, Sunanda Pushkar has voluntarily surrendered her equity of Rs 70 crore in the franchise, her lawyer confirmed today. Tharoor meets PM, may have offered to quit: Report | Special | Counterpoint

In the midst of controversy involving her and Union Minister Shashi Tharoor over Kochi IPL, Sunanda Pushkar has voluntarily surrendered her equity of Rs 70 crore in the franchise, her lawyer confirmed today.

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Her lawyer said that Sunanda was hurt by the allegations in the media and decided to give up her stake of nearly 19 per cent in the IPL Kochi franchise.

However, no comments could be obtained from Sunanda on her offer.

The move comes at a time when Tharoor is facing a tough time with opposition demanding his sacking from the government and the Congress party, which has already ordered a probe to look into his role in the entire controversy, contemplating future course of action.

The source said that Sunanda was not directly in touch with the IPL officials regarding the offer.

The offer is being made through Rendezvous Sports World.

The new Rendezvous Chairman Harshad Mehta is in touch with the IPL officials regarding the matter.

Interestingly, senior Union Minister Sharad Pawar, IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi and I S Bindra are in Dubai currently to attend an ICC meeting. (With agencies input)