Rajiv Ruparelia laid to rest

Kyambadde Lawrence

Category: LOCAL

Read Time: 2 mins

Published: 06 May 2025

Ugandans and Indians Gather in Large Numbers to Bury Rajiv Ruparelia, Son of Sudhir Ruparelia, Who Died in an Accident on Munyonyo-Busabala Flyover Last Sunday Morning.

The body of Rajiv Ruparelia was cremated according to Indian traditions at HUND CREMATORIUM Tempo in Lugogo.

RAJIV RUPARELIA was born on January 2, 1990, to Mr. Sudhir Ruparelia and Mrs. Jyotsna Ruparelia, and passed away at the age of 35.

The tragic accident that cut short Rajiv Ruparelia’s life has left the entire nation in mourning.

As we reported earlier, the accident occurred when Rajiv was driving a Nissan GT-R (Registration 638L) at around 1:45 AM. The car crashed into barriers placed on the Munyonyo-Busabala Flyover and burst into flames.

Today, before the cremation, family members, close friends, and well-wishers, led by his father Sudhir Ruparelia, held a funeral procession at various properties, starting with Speke Resort Munyonyo, buildings in Kampala, Crane Chambers, Speke Apartments, and others—a symbolic farewell to his wealth and legacy.

Also present were his racing cars and high-end motorcycles, as motorsport was one of his greatest passions.

At 2:40 PM, Rajiv’s body was taken to Lugogo for cremation.

Some Indians were seen weeping uncontrollably as they performed their last rites before Rajiv was cremated.

Sudhir Ruparelia, who had only one close friend named Alina (now deceased), had one child, Inara. Now, Sudhir is left with two daughters, Shina Ruparelia and Meera Ruparelia.

Kyambadde Lawrence

Kyambade Lawrence is a journalist with extensive experience in covering community stories, using his deep understanding of local issues to create impactful narratives. His ability to connect with the community and capture the essence of their experiences makes his stories resonate deeply with audiences, often sparking meaningful change and awareness. With a genuine commitment to highlighting the voices of those in his community, Kyambade’s work goes beyond reporting—his stories inspire action and foster a sense of connection, truly making a difference where it matters most.