Punjabi-Canadian Industrialist Darshan Singh Sahsi shot dead outside his residence in Canada on Monday morning. It was a terrible murder in Abbotsford, British Columbia which has shocked the Punjabi community into mourning.
Who was Darshan Singh Sahsi?
Darshan Singh Sahsi was 68-year-old and a Punjabi-Canadian industrialist. His organization is well known across the world for its textile recycling business. He was from Rajgarh village in Ludhiana district, Punjab. He emigrated to Canada in 1991, where he started taking up small jobs initially before buying shares in a failed textile recycling facility.
Canam International of Darshan Singh Sahsi
Through his hard work, honesty, and determination, he turned it into Canam International, a highly regarded company with operations in more than 40 nations. His company specializes in recycling and reusing textiles, promoting a circular textile economy. According to Canam’s website, it processes nearly half a million pounds of textiles daily, contributing to environmental conservation. Sahsi’s business also extended to India, particularly through operations at Gujarat’s Kandla Port. Many of his company’s employees were of Punjabi origin, reflecting his close connection to the community.
Darshan Singh Sahsi, A Respected Philanthropist and Community Leader
Apart from his commercial success, Sahsi was popularly known for his generosity and kindness. He actively contributed to social and philanthropic causes and was recognized as one who assisted fellow workers and immigrants. Members of FWICE and the Punjabi community in Canada have shown profound shock and called for immediate justice.
Darshan Singh Sahsi Shot Incident
According to the Abbotsford Police, the shooting took place around 9:22 a.m. in the 31300 block of Ridgeview Drive. Preliminary investigations reveal that the shooter was already waiting near Sahsi’s home inside a car. The moment Sahsi sat in his vehicle, the gunman opened fire several times and quickly fled the scene.
When police and emergency services reached the scene, Sahsi was found critically wounded. Even after efforts to save him, he was confirmed dead at the site. In precautionary measures, three schools near the location were put under lockdown, but no students were injured. The authorities are now probing the case as a targeted hit.
Bishnoi Gang Claims Responsibility of Darshan Singh Sahsi Murder
Within days of the killing, Goldy Dhillon, a Bishnoi gang member, posted on social media that he had committed the murder.
Why did Lawrence Bishnoi murder Darshan Singh Sahsi?
Goldy Dhillon of Lawrence Bishnoi took the responsibilty that Sahsi had been murdered because he was reportedly involved in the drug trade and had refused to pay money to the gang. The police have not confirmed these claims, and they continue their investigation into motive and identifying suspects.
Investigation Continues in Darshan Singh Sahsi Murder Case
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is collaborating with the Abbotsford Police in an effort to evidence gather and identify the gunman. The authorities are reviewing security footage and the social media post taking responsibility. The senseless murder of Darshan Singh Sahsi has shaken both Canada and Punjab. The humble and socially conscious nature of Darshan has left behind a huge void in the global Punjabi diaspora.