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Indian rally legend Hari Singh, aged 59 and known as the "Gypsy King," has passed away following a speedboat accident in the Maldives, with his body recovered on March 22, 2026.
The Indian motorsport fraternity is in deep mourning following the confirmed demise of legendary rally driver Hari Singh, at 59 years of age. Singh, affectionately known as the "Gypsy King" for his prowess with the Maruti Suzuki Gypsy, was tragically involved in a speedboat accident in the Maldives. His body was recovered on March 22, 2026, after an extensive 48-hour search operation near Vaavu Atoll.
The accident occurred late on March 19, 2026, when a high-speed vessel carrying seven individuals, including industrialist Gautam Singhania, capsized in rough waters near Felidhoo island. While Singhania and four others were rescued, Singh and the boat's captain, Mahesh Ramachandran, were initially reported missing. Singh was a five-time Indian National Rally Championship (INRC) winner and the first Indian to claim the Asia Zone Rally Championship, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
