Chandigarh: Weeks after the tragic speedboat accident in the Maldives that claimed the life of Chandigarh’s motorsports icon Hari Singh, fellow rallyist Sunny Sidhu has demanded transparency and accountability in the investigation.Singh, known as the “Gypsy King” went missing on March 19 and was later presumed dead. In a social media post titled “Justice for Hari Singh,” which has been shared over 115 times since April 7, Sidhu outlined several concerns regarding the incident and the subsequent probe. Sidhu questioned why a speedboat was deployed from a luxury yacht around midnight and whether the operator was tested for alcohol or was driving at unsafe speeds. He highlighted major safety lapses, pointing out that seven people were allegedly aboard a vessel designed for five, and that passengers were not given life jackets. Additional concerns included whether the operator was licensed and why a passenger was reportedly allowed to stand while the boat was in motion. The rallyist also criticised the 14-hour delay in informing the victims’ families and alleged that the operator left the site without providing a statement. He expressed serious reservations about the integrity of the investigation, questioning why yacht guests were allowed to leave the country. Sidhu further pointed to delays in the investigation, stating the yacht was not inspected until eight days later. He challenged the official attribution of the crash to mechanical failure, suggesting the case was being handled to avoid charges of culpable homicide. He urged authorities to provide clear answers and ensure an impartial inquiry. Shashi Pal Singh Garcha, president of the Chandigarh Motorsports Association and a close friend of Hari Singh, supported these concerns, stating that despite asking these questions, they have received no answers.
