Leaders 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
28 January,2026 05:47 PM IST | ANIAccording to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the aircraft made first contact with Baramati at 8:18 a.m. and was cleared by Pune approach while inbound. During the approach to Runway 11, the pilots reported limited visibility and carried out a go-around after failing to sight the runway
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28 January,2026 05:34 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent"We will conduct an investigation in a transparent and accountable manner. Preliminary information indicates that visibility was poor at the site at the time of landing around 8:48 am," Civil Aviation Minister said
28 January,2026 05:33 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSeveral MPs expressed condolences following the death of Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP chief Ajit Pawar in a chartered plane crash in Baramati. Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered him as a mass leader with deep grassroots connect, as both Houses of Parliament paid obituary references and were adjourned
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28 January,2026 05:11 PM IST | Mayank ShekharAjit Pawar’s death has left the Maharashtra NCP without a clear leader, raising uncertainty over the party’s future and the loyalty of its 41 MLAs. Recent municipal and civic election results highlight the significance of his grassroots influence, which will be difficult for other leaders to match
28 January,2026 04:59 PM IST | PTIAjit Pawar death: Union MoS Murlidhar Mohol expressed shock over the death of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in the Baramati plane crash, calling it an irreparable loss to Maharashtra’s social and political life
28 January,2026 04:59 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAviation experts and friends of the pilot weigh in on the plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in Baramati. They said bad weather, technical issues, or pilot judgment error could have contributed, while the AAIB investigates the incident
28 January,2026 04:51 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe 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
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28 January,2026 03:49 PM IST | Anish PatilAccording to aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the Learjet 46 aircraft, operated by Delhi-based VSR Ventures, crash-landed at Baramati with five people on board, including crew members
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28 January,2026 01:44 PM IST | Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | PTIAjit 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
28 January,2026 11:44 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
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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