A political flight turned into a national tragedy after a chartered Learjet 45XR crashed near the Baramati airport in Maharashtra, resulting in the loss of all five lives onboard. The aircraft, carrying senior leaders and security personnel, was reportedly attempting a landing when the crash occurred near the runway, triggering shockwaves across the state and the country. The flight was commanded by Captain Sumit Kapoor, with First Officer Shambhavi Pathak as flight support in the cockpit. Both pilots were among the victims of the tragic crash. Also onboard were Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s Personal Security Officer, Vidip Dilip Jadhav and cabin crew member Pinky Mali. WATCH
29 January,2026 10:48 PM IST
Maharashtra stood still as the state bid a final, emotional farewell to Deputy Chief Minister and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, fondly known as “Dada,” following the tragic plane crash in Pune, Baramati. Baramati, his political stronghold and emotional home ground, witnessed one of the most significant state funerals in recent history, marked by full state honours and national-level presence. WATCH
29 January,2026 10:46 PM IST
The sudden and tragic death of Ajit Pawar in a plane crash near Baramati has shaken Maharashtra and the nation. While rumours and conspiracy theories have circulated, Sharad Pawar has strongly dismissed all political narratives, calling the crash “purely accidental” and urging citizens and leaders alike to respect the family’s grief. Meanwhile, Eknath Shinde and Devendra Fadnavis condemned attempts to politicize the tragedy and highlighted Ajit Pawar’s decades of public service. WATCH
29 January,2026 10:44 PM IST
A tragic aircraft crash at Baramati Airport on January 28, 2026, has claimed the lives of five people, including Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, sending shockwaves across the political leaders. Authorities have begun a detailed examination of the debris to determine the aircraft’s impact speed, angle of descent, and structural failure points. Investigators are placing significant emphasis on the black box and cockpit voice recordings, which are expected to provide critical insights into the final moments before the crash. WATCH
29 January,2026 10:38 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
