This archive report was first published on 10 November 2019.
On November 9, 2019, Manvir Baryan, a driver, suffered a horrific crash during the KCB Meru Rally when his Skoda Fabia rolled.
Fortunately, Baryan is out of danger and is expected to make a quick recovery, with his navigator Drew Sturrock unscathed.
However, Baryan suffered pelvic injuries in the crash and was flown to the Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi for treatment.
Three-time national rally champion Baldev Chager, Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi, and Kenya Motorsports Federation president Phineas Kimathi were among those who sent messages wishing Baryan and Sturrock a quick recovery.
Chager stated, "I was told he has a slight hairline fracture near the pelvic which is not life threatening. He is doing well. We wish quick recovery."
"I was told he has a slight hairline fracture near the pelvic which is not life threatening. He is doing well. We wish quick recovery," said Chager. Kimathi, who was in Paris at the time, added, "I am sorry to hear of the mishap. We are praying for them. Hopefully Baryan will soon leave hospital and stays healthy." "I am sorry to hear of the mishap. We are praying for them. Hopefully Baryan will soon leave hospital and stays healthy," said Kimathi from Paris. The next KNRC event will be held on November 23 and 24 in Western Kenya, while the postponed Guru Nanak Rally is set for December 13 and 14.
