Indian billionaire industrialist and close associate of Prince William, Sunjay Kapur, has died tragically after suffering a severe allergic reaction to a bee sting during a polo match in Windsor, England, on June 12, 2025.
The 53-year-old auto magnate was reportedly stung after inadvertently swallowing a bee while playing in the high-profile equestrian event. Sources close to the incident revealed that Kapur, who had a known severe allergy to bee stings, suffered anaphylactic shock, which led to cardiac arrest before medical assistance could stabilize him.
Kapur was not only a well-known figure in India’s corporate world but also a regular presence in elite polo and social circles in the UK. His close ties with members of the British royal family, particularly Prince William, made him a familiar face in aristocratic sporting events.
Tributes have poured in from across the globe, with business leaders, dignitaries, and friends mourning the loss of a man described as “charismatic, generous, and passionate about both innovation and tradition.”
The tragedy has sparked renewed conversations about the importance of carrying emergency epinephrine for individuals with known severe allergies, especially during outdoor activities.
Sunjay Kapur is survived by his wife and children. Funeral arrangements are expected to be held privately, with a memorial service to be announced in the coming days.
