Who Was Kishore Divan? Indian-Origin Doctor Killed With Family In US Car Crash

Last Updated:August 03, 2025, 16:42 IST

Four members of an Indian-origin family, including retired anesthesiologist Dr. Kishore Divan, were killed in a car crash in West Virginia

Among the deceased was Kishore Divan, an 89-year-old anesthesiologist. His wife, Asha Divan, and two others—Shailesh Divan and Gita Divan—were also killed in the accident.

Four members of an Indian-origin family, including a well-known retired doctor, were killed in a tragic car crash in the United States while on their way to visit a temple in West Virginia over the weekend.

Among the deceased was Kishore Divan, an 89-year-old anesthesiologist who lived and worked in Williamsville, New York. His wife, Asha Divan, and two others—Shailesh Divan and Gita Divan—were also killed in the accident.

All four were believed to be in their 80s. Authorities have not yet confirmed the exact relationship between the two couples, although they shared the same surname and appeared together in social media posts.

The family was travelling to Prabhupada’s Palace of Gold, located in the New Vrindaban community in West Virginia. The temple is a memorial to Srila Prabhupada, the founder of the Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).

Who Was Dr Kishore Divan?

Dr Kishore Divan was a respected medical professional, affiliated with Kaleida Health-Buffalo General Medical Center. According to his professional profiles on WebMD, US News Health, and Doximity, he specialised in anaesthesiology and served the local community for decades.

A graduate of Kasturba Medical College, Manipal (Class of 1962), Divan completed his medical residency at the University at Buffalo in 1972. His Facebook profile suggests he studied at Bharda New High School in Mumbai before moving to the US.

Friends and members of the local Indian-American community remembered Divan as a dedicated physician and community leader.

In a tribute posted on Facebook, Uma Maheswari Krishnan called him a “super-charged hero" and praised both Divan and his wife Asha for their kindness and involvement in cultural and religious activities.

“Will miss u greatly Kishore uncle, you were always there like a Dad. Buffalo community will miss this super charged Hero( a physician, philanthrapist & community leader )& his sweet spouse. Together, they supported this community with their relentless service, adding value to people & organizations," Krishnan wrote?

Divan was also actively involved in the management of Hindu temples in the Western New York area. He was associated with the Hindu Cultural Society of Western New York, where fellow community members appreciated his long-standing commitment and service.

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