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Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Killed in Tragic Plane Crash in Baramati

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was killed in a plane crash near Baramati early Wednesday morning. The charter flight from Mumbai crash-landed, resulting in five fatalities including the crew. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed condolences, calling it a loss for the entire nation. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced a state holiday and three days of mourning.

Key Points: Ajit Pawar Dies in Plane Crash, Maharashtra Mourns

  • Ajit Pawar killed in crash-landing
  • Five fatalities including crew
  • State holiday and mourning announced
  • Pawar was longest-serving Deputy CM
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"Great loss not only for Maharashtra, but for entire country," Punjab CM Mann

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar killed in Baramati plane crash. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann calls it a national loss. State announces mourning.

"This is a great loss not only for Maharashtra but for the entire country. - Bhagwant Mann"

Ahmedabad, January 28

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday expressed condolences over the tragic death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was killed in an aircraft accident this morning.

The Punjab Chief Minister said that it was a loss to the entire country. He also extended his sympathies to other crash victims who lost their lives.

"We received very sad news this morning. Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Ajit Pawar, passed away in a tragic accident. I pray to God to grant peace to his soul and to give strength to his family, friends, and relatives. This is a great loss not only for Maharashtra but for the entire country. We offer our condolences to all those who lost their lives in the accident, including the pilot, co-pilot, and his colleagues," he said while speaking to reporters here.

Ajit Pawar was killed in a plane crash this morning in Maharashtra's Baramati.

According to DGCA, five people, including the crew, on board the chartered plane flying from Mumbai, Maharashtra, to Baramati died after a crash-landing at 8.45 am this morning. The crash landing of the Mumbai-Baramati charter plane occurred at the runway threshold in Baramati.

Pawar was onboard along with 2 more personnel (1 PSO and 1 attendant) and 2 crew members. Further details about the crash are awaited.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadanvis has announced a state holiday and three days of mourning following the demise of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in a plane crash this morning.

Ajit Pawar was the longest-serving Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra non-consecutively. He served in the position for six terms within various governments. He had worked as deputy chief minister in the cabinets of Prithviraj Chavan, Devendra Fadnavis, Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde.

- ANI

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Rohit P
A very sad day for Indian politics. He served the state for so long, through different alliances. Shows how unpredictable life is. Thoughts with the pilot, co-pilot, and all staff on board as well. Their service shouldn't be forgotten.
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David E
Tragic accident. CM Mann is right to call it a national loss. Regardless of political differences, the sudden loss of an experienced administrator creates a vacuum. Hope the DGCA investigation is thorough to prevent such incidents.
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Aman W
Om Shanti. A six-time deputy CM... that's a legacy. His political journey was complex, but his commitment to Maharashtra was never in doubt. The state holiday is a fitting mark of respect.
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Sarah B
While the condolences are important, this is also a moment to ask hard questions about the safety of chartered flights used by our politicians. Were all protocols followed? We need answers, not just mourning.
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Karthik V
Very sad. Baramati was his home turf. To meet such a fate there is especially tragic. Strength to CM Fadnavis and the entire state machinery during this period of mourning.

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