The eminent athlete Fauja Singh, renowned globally as the Turbaned Tornado, Running Baba, and Sikh Superman, has passed away. At the age of 114, Fauja Singh tragically lost his life in a road accident. During his routine walk on the Jalandhar-Pathankot National Highway, a white unidentified vehicle struck him. He succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
Just before his death, CCTV footage emerged showing Fauja Singh walking alone towards the National Highway from his village. Harvinder Singh, Fauja Singh's younger son, shared with the authorities that they have acquired some pivotal CCTV footage.
Identification of the Vehicle
The vehicle involved in the accident, a Fortuner car with license plate PB 20 C 7100, has been identified. Police discovered vital clues from the CCTV footage and fragments of the car's headlight at the accident location.
Source: aajtak
Numerous police teams are currently engaged in locating the suspected driver. An FIR has been filed under sections 281 and 105 of the BNS at the Adampur police station, with investigations immediately underway. The public's anger is rising due to Fauja Singh's death from this road accident, with demands for swift justice.
Source: aajtak
Family Anticipates Arrest of Suspect
The family is hopeful that the police will arrest the suspect soon. His son Harvinder Singh noted the emergence of new CCTV footage, showing his father walking alone. However, one individual remains uncontactable, whose return might bring forth additional footage. Harvinder Singh also talked about his father's unique fashion sense, wearing coordinated branded clothes and shoes, even never opting for shoes under 10,000 while keeping his turban color matched with his attire.
Also Worth Reading:
Inspiration for Schools Too
When visiting schools, Fauja Singh was often cited as a role model by principals. Even at 114, he was remarkably fit. Despite holding foreign citizenship, he preferred residing in his native country. The wintry climates abroad posed challenges, and with family away at work, loneliness often crept in. Although deeply connected with his two granddaughters, both now live overseas. Harvinder Singh expressed the desire to erect a monument in his father's memory after consulting with village residents and seeking administrative approval.
Wished to Spend Last Days in the Village
Fauja Singh's family reiterates that he remained vibrant at 114, serving as an exemplary figure for youth. His enduring wish was to embrace his twilight years within the embrace of his village home.
Also Explore:
Demise Following Road Accident
The SSP disclosed that Fauja Singh, hailing from Beas village under the Adampur police jurisdiction, embarked on his walk post-lunch around 3 PM the previous day. A vehicle tragically hit him on the Jalandhar-Pathankot National Highway. He was swiftly admitted to Shreeman Hospital but sadly passed away during treatment at 7 PM.
Authorities have registered a case based on the bereaved son's statements. Multiple teams, including the police's CIA, are diligently investigating. By utilizing CCTV setups in surrounding areas, they strive to capture the elusive vehicle.
The SSP detailed the bustling vehicle activity during the event on the National Highway. Consequently, teams are meticulously investigating probable vehicles like Innova, Scorpio, Fortuner, and Swift Dzire. Police have secured broken bumper parts, undergoing mechanical inspection, with hopes for a swift apprehension of the responsible party.
