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Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Dies in Baramati Plane Crash, Nation Mourns

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was killed in a plane crash near Baramati Airport on Wednesday morning. The charter flight from Mumbai crash-landed at the runway threshold, resulting in five fatalities including the crew. Political leaders from across India, including Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami and Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, expressed profound grief and offered condolences. The DGCA confirmed the incident, with further details about the crash still awaited.

Key Points: Ajit Pawar Dies in Plane Crash: Political Leaders Condole

  • Ajit Pawar killed in crash-landing
  • Plane crashed near Baramati Airport runway
  • Five fatalities including crew
  • Nationwide political condolences pour in
  • Pawar was Maharashtra's longest-serving Deputy CM
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Pushkar Singh Dhami, DK Shivakumar, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekara and Amarinder Singh Raja Warring condole passing of Maharashtra DY CM Ajit Pawar

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar killed in Baramati air crash. Top 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 Arlekara 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 very sad day for Indian politics. Regardless of party lines, such a loss is felt by all. He served the state for decades. The DGCA must conduct a thorough investigation into this crash. Air safety cannot be compromised.
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Aman W
Om Shanti. A leader who was always accessible to the common man. Saw him once at a rally in Pune, his connection with the crowd was electric. Maharashtra has lost a son today.
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Sarah B
Tragic news. The fact that leaders from across the political spectrum are united in grief shows his stature. My condolences from overseas. Hope the investigation brings clarity and prevents such incidents.
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Vikram M
A respectful criticism: While the condolences are important, we must also focus on the systemic issues. How many more such accidents involving small aircraft before we have stricter safety audits for all charters? His legacy demands better safety for all public servants.
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Nisha Z
So young and full of life, gone too soon. It's a reminder of how fragile life is. Prayers for the souls of all five on board. May their families find strength. The state has a huge void to fill now.

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