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Top Leaders Mourn Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's Death in Plane Crash

Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash near Baramati Airport. The charter flight from Mumbai crash-landed at the runway threshold, claiming five lives including Pawar and the crew. Political leaders from across the nation, including Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami and Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, expressed profound grief and shock. The incident has sent waves of sorrow through Maharashtra's political landscape, where Pawar was a long-serving and influential figure.

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

  • Ajit Pawar killed in Baramati crash
  • 5 fatalities including crew
  • Leaders nationwide offer condolences
  • Crash occurred during landing
  • Pawar was a veteran Maharashtra politician
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Pushkar Singh Dhami, DK Shivakumar, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and Amarinder Singh Raja Warring condole passing of Maharashtra DY CM Ajit Pawar

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar killed in Baramati air crash. Top political leaders including Pushkar Singh Dhami, DK Shivakumar express condolences.

"The news of the untimely demise of Shri Ajit Pawar Ji... is extremely heartbreaking. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

New Delhi, January 28

Top political leaders across India including, Uttarkhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Dhivakumar, Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and Congress MP Amarinder Singh Raja Brar, expressed heartfelt condolences following the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash near the runway of Baramati Airport on Wednesday morning.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his condolences via a post on X. In his post, Dhami wrote, "The news of the untimely demise of Shri Ajit Pawar Ji, the popular people's leader and Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, who was lifelong dedicated to public service, in an air accident is extremely heartbreaking. He always worked with compassion and commitment for the welfare of the person standing in the last row of society. I pray to God that all the departed noble souls in this accident attain a place at His divine feet, and that the bereaved family members and supporters are granted the strength to bear this immense sorrow. / / AUM shaaNti / / "

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar took to X to convey his grief, describing the news as "shocking and deeply saddening." He paid tribute to Pawar's long service in public life and his contributions to Maharashtra politics. "His sudden demise is a great loss to public life and to Maharashtra politics, where he served with experience and resolve. My heartfelt condolences to his family and supporters, and prayers for strength in this hour of grief. Om Shanti," Shivakumar wrote.

Echoing this sentiment, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Governor of Kerala, offered his sincere sympathies, expressing hope that Pawar's soul may attain peace. His message extended to Pawar's family, colleagues, and the people of Maharashtra, as the state grappled with the sudden loss of its longest serving Deputy Chief Minister.

Congress MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring also took to X to mourn the untimely death of Pawar, sharing his "deepest condolences" with the bereaved family and friends. "Saddened to learn about the untimely demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar ji in a plane crash. Share my deepest condolences with the bereaved family and friends," he wrote on X.

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.

- ANI

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Rohit P
A tragic day for Indian politics. Regardless of party lines, such a loss is felt by all. The condolences from leaders across states show his national stature. Thoughts with the families of all who lost their lives in the crash.
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Aman W
Very sad. But this also raises serious questions about the safety of air travel for our VVIPs. Was it a technical fault or human error? DGCA must conduct a thorough, transparent investigation. We cannot afford to lose leaders like this.
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Sarah B
Reading this from abroad. The unity in grief shown by Indian leaders is touching. My condolences to everyone affected. It's a stark reminder of how fragile life is.
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Vikram M
Om Shanti. He was a mass leader who understood the ground realities of Maharashtra. His absence will create a huge void in state politics. May his soul rest in peace.
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Kavya N
Such a sudden and tragic end. My heart goes out to his family. It's not just the loss of a politician, but the loss of decades of experience and connection with the people. A very dark day.

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