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Rajiv Ruparelia, son of renowned business tycoon Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, has lost his life in a fatal accident along the Busabala Flyover traffic lights in Makindye-Ssabagabo, Wakiso District, in the early hours of Saturday, May 3, 2025.
According to Kananura Michael, the Public Relations Officer for the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, the accident occurred at around 01:54 AM. “The crash involved a Nissan GTR motor vehicle registration number UAT 638L, which was traveling from Kajjansi towards Munyonyo,” he explained.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the driver lost control of the vehicle after colliding with temporary pavements installed at the roundabout section of the flyover. “The vehicle subsequently overturned and caught fire, leading to the instant death of the driver, identified as Mr. Rajiv Ruparelia.” said Kananura.
Adding that, “We have mounted investigations to establish the cause of the accident, and we will provide updates to the public as more information becomes available.”
Who is Rajiv Ruparelia?
Rajiv Ruparelia has been serving as the Managing Director of the Ruparelia Group, where he played a key role in driving the conglomerate’s growth and expansion across various sectors.
Born into a family of entrepreneurs, Rajiv was exposed to the world of business from a young age. He pursued his higher education at Regent’s University London, where he earned a degree in Business Administration with a major in Financial Management.
Under his leadership, the Ruparelia Group diversified its portfolio, venturing into real estate, hospitality, finance, education, and agriculture. He was instrumental in shaping the company’s vision and strategy, leveraging his business acumen and leadership skills to drive growth and innovation.
Rajiv’s contributions to business and society earned him recognition, including being named among the top 100 young leaders in Africa by the Choiseul Institute in 2024.
