The programme for the final sendoff of Rajiv Ruparelia, the son to city tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia is out and cremation is slated for Tuesday May 6, 2025.
In a statement released this morning, the Ruparelia family further asks for privacy during the mourning period. It says vigil will be at the Ruparelia residence in Kololo.
“It is with a deep and heavy heart that we announce the passing of our son Rajiv Ruparelia early this morning. cremation will be held at the Hindu crematorium in Lugogo at 2.30 pm, Tuesday May 6, 2025. The family asks that their privacy be respected during this tough and trying time”.
The tragic accident that occurred early hours of Saturday claimed the life of the young prominent businessman.
Rajiv has been the Managing Director of the Ruparelia Group and a son to the city mogul Sudhir Ruparelia.
The fatal crash occurred at approximately 1:54 am on May 3, 2025, at the Busabala Flyover traffic lights in Makindye-Ssabagabo, Wakiso District.
According to the Uganda Police, the crash involved a high-speed Nissan GTR bearing registration number UAT 638L, which was traveling from Kajjansi towards Munyonyo.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that the driver lost control of the vehicle after colliding with temporary pavements installed at the roundabout section of the flyover,” police said in a statement released on Saturday morning.
The powerful sports car reportedly overturned and caught fire upon impact. Efforts to rescue the driver were futile, as he died instantly at the scene.
“The vehicle subsequently overturned and caught fire, leading to the instant death of the driver, identified as Mr. Rajiv Ruparelia,” the police statement added.
Rajiv’s parents are inconsolable with the death of their son. Both Sudhir and Jyotsna are seen sited in their visitor’s lounge receiving mourners but at certain interval, they are asked by their medical personnel to take a rest. Several prominent both politicians and business men and women are seen thronging the home to pay homage.
Rajiv leaves behind a wife and a daughter.
RIP/OM SHANTI
