The Learjet 45 carrying Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed while attempting to land at Baramati amid poor visibility. Despite receiving landing clearance, the aircraft failed to respond to ATC and burst into flames near the runway, killing all five onboard. The AAIB has taken over the investigation into the crash
28 January,2026 04:44 PM IST | PTIPM Modi described Ajit Pawar as a leader with a strong grassroots connection and praised his long public service and dedication to the people of Maharashtra
28 January,2026 04:37 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentLeaders across the country expressed grief over the death of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, as the AAIB launched an investigation and Maharashtra announced a state holiday and three days of mourning
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28 January,2026 01:43 PM IST | APAjit Pawar (66) and four others were killed when the aircraft carrying them crashed in Pune district on Wednesday morning, officials said. The incident occurred while the plane was attempting to land near Baramati
28 January,2026 01:09 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentIn a post on X, the Prime Minister said Ajit Pawar was a mass leader with a strong connection at the grassroots level and was widely respected for his tireless work in public life
28 January,2026 11:47 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAccording to Maharashtra government officials, the Prime Minister and the Home Minister were briefed on the circumstances of the accident and the latest developments related to the crash
28 January,2026 11:46 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentIn a post on X, the President said Pawar would always be remembered for his significant role in Maharashtra’s development, particularly his contribution to the cooperative sector
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Maharashtra is in deep mourning as Ajit Pawar (1959–2026), the veteran Deputy Chief Minister and NCP stalwart, tragically lost his life in a plane crash in Baramati. The Learjet 45, operated by VSR Aviation, attempted an emergency landing after departing from Mumbai but veered off the runway, exploding into a fireball. Eyewitnesses reported a sudden jolt before the aircraft hit the perimeter field, leaving no survivors. The devastating crash claimed the lives of Ajit Pawar, his personal security officer, an attendant, the pilot-in-command, and the first officer. Emergency responders arrived promptly, but the intensity of the blaze prevented any rescue efforts. Known affectionately as “Ajit Dada”, Pawar’s political career spanned over four decades, serving as Deputy Chief Minister six times and representing Baramati as a seven-time MLA. WATCH
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