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J&K Leaders Mourn Ajit Pawar's Tragic Death in Plane Crash

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah expressed profound grief over the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash. Omar Abdullah recalled his personal connection, having stayed with the Pawar family during his college days in Mumbai. Farooq Abdullah termed the news heartbreaking, praising Ajit Pawar as a great son of Maharashtra who worked to change the state's destiny. The 66-year-old NCP leader was killed along with four others when a private aircraft crashed near Baramati while he was travelling for election campaign preparations.

Key Points: Farooq, Omar Abdullah Grieve Ajit Pawar's Death in Crash

  • Leaders express deep shock and grief
  • Ajit Pawar killed in plane crash near Baramati
  • Remembered as able administrator and political organiser
  • Tragedy strikes during election preparations
  • Condolences extended to Sharad Pawar and family
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Dr Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah express grief at Ajit Pawar's death

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and NC President Dr Farooq Abdullah express shock and condolences over Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's tragic plane crash death.

"Shocked to hear about the untimely demise of Ajit Pawar Sb. - Omar Abdullah"

Jammu, Jan 28

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and National Conference President and former Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday expressed grief and shock over the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash.

The Chief Minister expressed grief over Ajit Pawar's untimely death on X.

"Shocked to hear about the untimely demise of Ajit Pawar Sb. I've known Ajit da since my days in college in Bombay when I stayed with Sharad Pawar Sb & his family at Varsha. Ajit da was an able administrator and a consummate political organiser whose loss will be greatly felt. I join my father in sending our condolences to Sharad Pawar Sb, Supriya & the entire family", he wrote on X.

Meanwhile, Farooq Abdullah termed the news "heartbreaking". "He was a great son of Maharashtra who sincerely tried to change the destiny of the state. His passing away in the plane crash left me deeply saddened," he told reporters here.

He said the contribution of the deceased politician will never be forgotten.

"Today India has lost one of its great sons. No one has power over the will of Allah. He was on his way to Pune for election preparations, but fate did not favour him. His death is not only an irreparable loss to the entire Pawar family but for the entire nation," the Chief Minister said.

Expressing condolences with Sharad Pawar and other members of the family, Abdullah prayed for the peace of the departed soul and sought strength for the family to bear his loss.

Pawar, 66, and four others were killed when a private aircraft carrying them crashed while trying to make an emergency landing near his hometown, Baramati, in Pune district on Wednesday morning. The Nationalist Congress Party leader was heading from Mumbai to Baramati, where he was scheduled to address rallies for the February 5 zilla parishad polls, when the incident took place.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Very sad to read this. The personal connection Omar Abdullah mentioned, staying with the family during college, shows how intertwined political families can be in India. A tragic loss.
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Vikram M
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un. A very shocking and untimely demise. He was a mass leader. This highlights the need for stricter aviation safety regulations for private charters, especially for our VVIPs.
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Ananya R
So tragic. To die while campaigning for local elections shows his dedication till the end. Maharashtra has lost a stalwart. Strength to Sharad Pawar Saheb and the family. 🕊️
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Karthik V
Respectful criticism: While the condolences are appropriate, I wish our leaders expressed similar heartfelt grief for common citizens who die in tragedies. The loss of any life is equally tragic.
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Priya S
Heartbreaking indeed. The Abdullahs' statements are very touching, especially Dr. Farooq Sahab's words. It's a reminder of our mortality, regardless of position. Prayers for the departed soul.

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