The cyber city of Gurugram recently witnessed a shocking hit-and-run incident involving a female motorcyclist. Following widespread outrage on social media and immediate police action, the accused driver, identified as Kalyan Baisla, also known as Kalyan Singh, has issued a public defense regarding his actions. Baisla, who switched off his mobile phone and went into hiding immediately after the incident out of fear of arrest, has now come forward with his version of the events, claiming that the collision was not a deliberate act.
The Accused Blames Other Motorcyclists for Provocation
According to Baisla, the accident occurred under stressful circumstances created by the motorcyclists themselves. He alleged that the group of riders was continuously harassing him on the road and deliberately preventing his vehicle from passing forward. This defense, however, raises critical questions about road safety and anger. Even if a vehicle ahead does not immediately provide space to overtake, it does not grant any driver the authority to endanger someone's life on a public road.
Claim of Being a National Kabaddi Player and Gym Trainer
In his defense statement, Baisla highlighted his background, presenting himself as a former national-level kabaddi player and a professional gym trainer. This claim stands in stark contrast to his behavior after the collision, which resembled a hasty escape rather than the responsible conduct expected of an athlete. Additionally, Manish, the actual owner of the car involved in the incident, had already revealed key details to investigators. Manish stated that Baisla had borrowed his vehicle two days prior to the crash. Following the collision, Baisla went completely unreachable with his phone turned off, avoiding direct presentation before the police to explain the situation.
Allegations of an Incomplete Viral Video and Fear of Assault
Baisla has expressed further grievances, claiming that the video footage circulating widely across social media platforms is incomplete and does not show the entire sequence of events. He has demanded that the complete, unedited footage of the incident be made public so that the entire truth can be understood. Explaining his decision to flee the scene, Baisla stated that when his vehicle stopped at a red light shortly after the collision, he feared that a gathering crowd of bystanders would assault him physically. He admitted that a collision did take place between his car and the motorcycle, but expressed deep regret, claiming he only later realized that the rider was a woman. This justification has drawn severe criticism, as endangering any life on the road, regardless of the victim's gender, remains entirely indefensible.
