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Ajit Pawar dies in Baramati plane crash; last rites at 11 am tomorrow, AAIB starts probe

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CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, met Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati. (ANI)


Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP leader Ajit Pawar and four others were killed after a charter plane carrying them crash-landed in Baramati on Wednesday morning, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said.

According to the DGCA, five people were on board the charter plane flying from Mumbai to Baramati, and none survived the crash.

“Ajit Pawar, Deputy CM of Maharashtra, was onboard along with 2 more personnel (1 PSO and 1 attendant) and 2 crew (PIC+FO) members. As per initial information, no person on board has survived the crash,” the DGCA said.

Pawar was travelling from Mumbai to Baramati to attend a campaign rally for the Zilla Parishad elections. The incident occurred at around 8.45 am when the Mumbai–Baramati charter plane carrying Pawar and others made a crash landing near the runway threshold at the Baramati airport.

His mortal remains have been kept at the Vidya Pratishthan ground in Baramati for the public to pay their last respects to him, and last rites will be performed with full state honours on Thursday at 11:00 am.

The Maharashtra government has declared a three-day mourning in honour of Ajit Pawar. All state government offices across Maharashtra will remain closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

Meanwhile, Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has started the investigation into the crash.

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Ajit Pawar dies in Baramati plane crash: Highlights

Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, meet Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati.


The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) officials have reached the office of VSR Ventures Private Limited (operating as VSR Aviation), which operated the ill-fated plane. The team will inspect and start a probe to examine the circumstances that led to the crash landing.

The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has conveyed his condolences on the tragic Baramati plane crash and the loss of lives, including that of Ajit Pawar. He posted on the social media platform X: "My thoughts are with the families of all deceased in this moment of grief."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar earlier today on the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and expressed his condolences.

The Indian national flag was flown at half-mast on the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Bhavan) building in Mumbai, following the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash.

Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, meet Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati.


watch | Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, met Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati.

Ajit Pawar died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning. pic.twitter.com/EcyTA95mnP

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Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan in Baramati to pay their last respects to Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.


Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan in Baramati to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.


Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan in Baramati to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.


PM Narendra Modi expressed his condolences to the family of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, while addressing the Annual NCC PM Rally at the Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi.

Remembering Ajit Pawar's huge contribution to the development of Maharashtra, PM Modi said the tragic plane crash that took place in Baramati this morning snatched away Ajit Pawar and some friends from us.

He said, "Ajit Dada always worked proactively. I express my condolences to the family of Ajit Pawar ji and the families of others who lost their lives today..."

Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, meet Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati.


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The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016475690204561410

Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan in Baramati to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.

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The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016475690204561410


The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016475690204561410


The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016475690204561410

PM Narendra Modi expressed his condolences to the family of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, while addressing the Annual NCC PM Rally at the Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi.

Remembering Ajit Pawar's huge contribution to the development of Maharashtra, PM Modi said the tragic plane crash that took place in Baramati this morning snatched away Ajit Pawar and some friends from us.

He said, "Ajit Dada always worked proactively. I express my condolences to the family of Ajit Pawar ji and the families of others who lost their lives today..."

PM Narendra Modi expressed his condolences to the family of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, while addressing the Annual NCC PM Rally at the Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi.

Remembering Ajit Pawar's huge contribution to the development of Maharashtra, PM Modi said the tragic plane crash that took place in Baramati this morning snatched away Ajeet Pawar and some friends from us.

He said, "Ajit Dada always worked proactively. I express my condolences to the family of Ajit Pawar ji and the families of others who lost their lives today..."

The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajeet Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016475690204561410

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) officials have reached the office of VSR Ventures Private Limited (operating as VSR Aviation), which operated the ill-fated plane. The team will inspect and start a probe to examine the circumstances that led to the crash landing.

PM Narendra Modi expressed his condolences to the family of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajeet Pawar, while addressing the Annual NCC PM Rally at the Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi.

Remembering Ajeet Pawar's huge contribution to the development of Maharashtra, PM Modi said the tragic plane crash that took place in Baramati this morning snatched away Ajeet Pawar and some friends from us.

He said, "Ajeet Dada always worked proactively. I express my condolences to the family of Ajeet Pawar ji and the families of others who lost their lives today..."

PM Narendra Modi expressed his condolences to the family of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, while addressing the Annual NCC PM Rally at the Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi.

Remembering Ajit Pawar's huge contribution to the development of Maharashtra, PM Modi said the tragic plane crash that took place in Baramati this morning snatched away Ajit Pawar and some friends from us.

He said, "Ajit Dada always worked proactively. I express my condolences to the family of Ajit Pawar ji and the families of others who lost their lives today..."

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) officials have reached the office of VSR Ventures Private Limited (operating as VSR Aviation), which operated the ill-fated plane. The team will inspect and start a probe to examine the circumstances that led to the crash landing.

The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016475690204561410

Forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

Forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016475690204561410


Forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.


The forensic team has initiated an investigation at the spot where the charter plane of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed in Baramati this morning.

All five people on board the aircraft died in the accident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar earlier today on the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and expressed his condolences.

The Indian national flag was flown at half-mast on the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Bhavan) building in Mumbai, following the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash.

Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, meet Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati.



Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, met Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati.


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Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, met Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati.


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Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, meet Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in Baramati.


Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan in Baramati to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016463643752501664

Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan in Baramati to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.


Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.


Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.

Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016463643752501664

Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.

Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Vidya Pratishthan in Baramati to pay their last respects to Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.


BREAKING NEWS: The last rites of Ajit Pawar will be conducted tomorrow at 11 am. Pawar, along with four others died in a plane crash near Baramati airport this morning.

Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Baramati airport

The three leaders are likely to go to the Vidya Pratishthan ground, where mortal rremainsof Ajit Pawar have been kept for public to pay last respect.


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Supriya Sule breaks down as she meets family members after brother Ajit Pawar's death

NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule broke down as she meets members of the Pawar family following the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a charter plane crash landing, in Baramati on Wednesday.

In her first reaction after the plane crash, Sule said she was devasted. The NCP-SCP leader had posted a one word status on her WhatsApp.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE UPDATES: Mortal remains of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar being taken to Vidya Pratishthan ground for the public to pay their last respects to him

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Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Baramati airport


The three leaders will head straight to the Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Government Medical College, where mortal remains of all five deceased, including the Maharashtra Deputy CM, are kept.


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Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde arrive at Baramati airport

The three leaders are likely to go to the Vidya Pratishthan ground, where mortal rremainsof Ajit Pawar have been kept for public to pay last respect.


https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016454325871251943

Supriya Sule breaks down as she meets family members after brother Ajit Pawar's death

NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule broke down as she meets members of the Pawar family following the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a charter plane crash landing, in Baramati on Wednesday.

In her first reaction after the plane crash, Sule said she was devasted. The NCP-SCP leader had posted a one word status on her WhatsApp.

Supriya Sule breaks down as she meets family members after brother Ajit Pawar's death

NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule broke down as she meets members of the Pawar family following the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a charter plane crash landing, in Baramati on Wednesday.

In her first reaction after the plane crash, Sule said she was devasted. The NCP-SCP leader had posted a one word status on her WhatsApp.

Congress chief Kharge says will demand investigation into Ajit Pawar's plane crash


Rajya Sabha MP and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has said that his party will demand an investigation into the crash of Ajit Pawar's plane.

"We will demand an investigation into this accident...It is a very sad incident. Ajit Pawar died a premature death. The passing away of a hard-working man has shocked us all. We are with his family in this hour," he said.

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BREAKING: PM Modi speaks to Sharad Pawar, expresses condolences over his nephew Ajit Pawar's demise

Lok Sabha pays tribute to Ajit Pawar

Lok Sabha pays obituary to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who was a former MP. He died in a crash landing in Baramati this morning.

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Father of Pinki Mali, who was aboard Ajit Pawar's ill-fated plane, speaks to media Shiv Kumar Mali, father of Pinki Mali who was a member of the crew on the ill-fated charter plane, says, "I spoke to her for the last time yesterday. She told me that she will head to Baramati with Ajit Dada. She also told me that from there, she will head to Nanded and speak to me once she checks into a hotel."

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Owner of VSR Aviation, which operated Ajit Pawar's charter plane, claims aircraft was well-maintained, rules out technical failure

Vijay Kumar Singh, director and key owner of VSR Ventures Private Limited, which operated the ill-fated plane, has spoken to the mediapersons about the crash. Singh said the pilot made an approach from runway 29, and then he carried out a missed approach, after which he again tried to make an attempt from runway 11. According to Singh, the pilot was very experienced but it appears he could not see the runway. "Primarily, it appears that the pilot could not see the runway...He was a very experienced pilot, more than 16,000 hours of experience. The co-pilot also had 1500 hours of experience. The Captain was very experienced," he said. He also claimed that the aircraft was very well-maintained and ruled out technical failure. "There was absolutely no problem in the aircraf, there was no technical failure in the aircraft as far as we know," he added.


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Owner of VSR Aviation, which operated Ajit Pawar's charter plane, claims aircraft was well-maintained, rules out technical failure Vijay Kumar Singh, director and key owner of VSR Ventures Private Limited, which operated the ill-fated plane, has spoken to the mediapersons about the crash. Singh said the pilot made an approach from runway 29, and then he carried out a missed approach, after which he again tried to make an attempt from runway 11. According to Singh, the pilot was very experienced but it appears he could not see the runway. "Primarily, it appears that the pilot could not see the runway...He was a very experienced pilot, more than 16,000 hours of experience. The co-pilot also had 1500 hours of experience. The Captain was very experienced," he said. He also claimed that the aircraft was very well-maintained and ruled out technical failure. "There was absolutely no problem in the aircraf, there was no technical failure in the aircraft as far as we know," he added.


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Owner of VSR Aviation, which operated Ajit Pawar's charter plane, claims aircraft was well-maintained, rules out technical failure

Vijay Kumar Singh, director and key owner of VSR Ventures Private Limited, which operated the ill-fated plane, has spoken to the mediapersons about the crash. Singh said the pilot made an approach from runway 29, and then he carried out a missed approach, after which he again tried to make an attempt from runway 11. According to Singh, the pilot was very experienced but it appears he could not see the runway. "Primarily, it appears that the pilot could not see the runway...He was a very experienced pilot, more than 16,000 hours of experience. The co-pilot also had 1500 hours of experience. The Captain was very experienced," he said. He also claimed that the aircraft was very well-maintained and ruled out technical failure. "There was absolutely no problem in the aircraf, there was no technical failure in the aircraft as far as we know," he added.


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The five people on the ill-fated charter plane were Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, Vidip Jadhav, Pinki Mali, Sumit Kapoor, and Sambhavi Pathak.

The five people on the ill-fated charter plane were Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, Vidip Jadhav, Pinki Mali, Sumit Kapoor, and Sambhavi Pathak.

Ajit Pawar's last rites will be performed with full state honours Maharashtra General Administration Department (Protocol) has informed that the last rites of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar will be performed with full state honours. The state government has declared a three-day mourning after Pawar's death in the Baramati plane crash. During the three-day mourning period, the national flag will be flown at half-mast on all buildings across Maharashtra where it is regularly hoisted. No government entertainment programmes will be organised during this period. All state government offices across Maharashtra will remain closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

Sharad Pawar reaches Baramati hospital where mortal remains of Ajit Pawar and others are kept


NCP-SCP chief and Ajit Pawar's uncle Sharad Pawar has arrived at Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Government Medical College, Baramati, where mortal remains of all five deceased, including the Maharashtra Deputy CM, are kept.

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Mamata sees foul play, demands SC-monitored probe


West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe into the crash of Ajit Pawar's plane in Baramati.

"Even political leaders are not safe in this country, let alone common people. Two days ago, I came to know that someone from another party had given a statement that Pawar was willing to leave the BJP, and now this has happened today,” she told reporters. “We trust only the Supreme Court. All other agencies have been completely compromised,” Banerjee added.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath condoles Ajit Kumar's demise


"I offer my humble tribute to the departed Ajit Pawar Ji and all the noble souls who passed away alongside him," said Yogi Adityanath.


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MNS chief Raj Thackeray pens emotional note expressing grief over 'friend' Ajit Pawar's demise MNS chief Raj Thackeray has penned a lengthy note expressing grief over the demise of his 'friend' and Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar in Baramati plane crash. "Maharashtra's politics has lost an outstanding leader," he wrote on X. "Though Ajit Pawar was a leader forged in the mold of Pawar Saheb, he later carved out his own independent identity. And he imprinted that identity in every nook and corner of Maharashtra," Raj Thackeray said. The MNS leader described him as "a leader with a precise grip on administration" with the exact knowledge of where to untangle the knots in a file to resolve it. "In an era when administration must rise above those in power, it is extremely tragic that Maharashtra has lost such a leader."

https://twitter.com/RajThackeray/status/2016410675002962335

BJP national president Nitin Nabin expresses condolences “Ajit Pawar was the son of Maharashtra. Today, the entire political world is saddened by his demise. We express our sympathies with his family," said Nabin.

AAIB team leaves for Baramati to investigate Ajit Pawar plane crash

Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau left for Baramati from Delhi to inspect and start investigating the crash landing: MoCA (Ministry of Civil Aviation) Five people, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, on board a Mumbai-Baramati charter plane died when it crash landed in Baramati.

AAIB team leaves for Baramati to investigate Ajit Pawar plane crash

Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau left for Baramati from Delhi to inspect and start investigating the crash landing: MoCA (Ministry of Civil Aviation) Five people, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, on board a Mumbai-Baramati charter plane died when it crash landed in Baramati.

No SOS signal was sent, pilot spoke to ATC about visible runway before plane went down The pilot flying Ajit Pawar's charter plane didn't send any distress signal before the aircraft went down. He, however, spoke to the Air Traffic Control (ATC) telling them about the visible runway. According to the ATC manager, Baramati has a 1,770 metre runway. Eyewitnesses said that the pilot did a go-around, a normal procedure before approaching the runway.

Huge crowd gathers outside Baramati hospital


Mortal remains of Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader, Ajit Pawar, have been brought to Baramati hospital. Pawar died in a charter plane crash while travelling from Mumbai to Bramati this morning.

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Huge crowd gathers outside Baramati hospital


Mortal remains of Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader, Ajit Pawar, have been brought to Baramati hospital. Pawar died in a charter plane crash while travelling from Mumbai to Bramati this morning.

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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declares three-day mourning in the state

"There is an atmosphere of sadness in the state," Fadnavis tells reporters as he announces his deputy Ajit Pawar has lost his life in the Baramati plane crash.

He said losing Ajit Pawar is an "unprecedented loss". On his personal equation with Pawar, Fadnavis described him as a good friend. "We faced many challenges together. At a time when he was contributing to Maharashtra's development, his untimely demise is a loss. We stand with his family. I, along with Eknath Shinde ji, will go to Baramati today. I have informed the PM and HM about the incident, and they have expressed sadness over it," the CM added.

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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declares three-day mourning in the state

"There is an atmosphere of sadness in the state," Fadnavis tells reporters as he announces his deputy Ajit Pawar has lost his life in the Baramati plane crash.

He said losing Ajit Pawar is an "unprecedented loss". On his personal equation with Pawar, Fadnavis described him as a good friend. "We faced many challenges together. At a time when he was contributing to Maharashtra's development, his untimely demise is a loss. We stand with his family. I, along with Eknath Shinde ji, will go to Baramati today. I have informed the PM and HM about the incident, and they have expressed sadness over it," the CM added.

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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declares three-day mourning in the state

"There is an atmosphere of sadness in the state," Fadnavis tells reporters as he announces his deputy Ajit Pawar has lost his life in the Baramati plane crash.

He said losing Ajit Pawar is an "unprecedented loss". On his personal equation with Pawar, Fadnavis described him as a good friend. "We faced many challenges together. At a time when he was contributing to Maharashtra's development, his untimely demise is a loss. We stand with his family. I, along with Eknath Shinde ji, will go to Baramati today. I have informed the PM and HM about the incident, and they have expressed sadness over it," the CM added.

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BJP national president Nitin Nabin remembered Ajit Pawar on his untimely demise: "Remaining active in public life for decades, Ajit Pawar ji consistently prioritized the development of Maharashtra and public welfare, and always stayed connected to the grassroots."

https://twitter.com/NitinNabin/status/2016384326410416466?s=20

Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat has expressed condolences on the demise of the Ajit Pawar. “I was deeply saddened by the untimely demise of the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Ajit Pawar ji in a plane crash near Baramati. I pay my respects to Shri Ajit Pawar Ji and convey my heartfelt condolences to all the members of the bereaved family. Om Shanti," the Governor said.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has said she is deeply shocked and stunned by the sudden demise of Ajit Pawar. Calling for a probe into the incident, the Trinamool Congress chief posted on X:

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Fresh visuals have emerged from the site of the plane crash:

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Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has described the demise of Ajit Pawar and others as extremely heartbreaking. She has expressed "deepest condolences" to the Pawar family including Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule.

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Here's what Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge said on the demise of Ajit Pawar:

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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, the leader of the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction), has described Ajit Pawar as a man of his words. "It is an unfortunate day for Maharashtra. This is a painful incident for us and the whole of Maharashtra. Ajit dada was a man of his word. We worked as a team when I was the CM, and he was Dy CM. As a team, we had started the Ladli Behen Yojana, and Ajit dada played an important role in it," Shinde told the media.

Ajit Pawar was a towering presence in Maharashtra’s political landscape, shaping the state’s power corridors for over four decades. Known for his sharp political acumen and administrative authority, he served as Maharashtra’s longest-serving Deputy Chief Minister, leaving an indelible imprint on the state’s governance and politics.

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Ajit Pawar was a towering presence in Maharashtra’s political landscape, shaping the state’s power corridors for over four decades. Known for his sharp political acumen and administrative authority, he served as Maharashtra’s longest-serving Deputy Chief Minister, leaving an indelible imprint on the state’s governance and politics.

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Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has extended his condolences to the Pawar family on the demise of Ajit Pawar. He posted on X:

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Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has described the demise of Ajit Pawar as "very sad and tragic".

"Today is a dark day in Maharashtra’s political and social life. Ajit Pawar's passing has brought a mountain of grief upon Maharashtra. There was a special bond between Baramati and him, and it is a strange coincidence that he passed away there.”

Flight tracking website Flightradar24 has posted on X that the plane crashed on its second approach to the airport.

"Indian media reporting the crash of a business jet this morning has claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and 4 others. The aircraft was attempting a second approach to Baramati Airport when it crashed," Flightradar24 said in the post.

NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar, along with his wife Pratibha Pawar, has left for Baramati from their Mumbai residence, Silver Oaks. Visuals here:

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Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu has expressed his condolences over Ajit Pawar's demise in a charter plane crash in Baramati, Maharashtra. "Deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Shri Ajit Pawar in the plane crash in Baramati earlier today. My sincere condolences to his family, loved ones and all those affected by this loss. May his contributions to public life be remembered, and may the bereaved find strength in this difficult time."

An eyewitness has described the moments of the crash. He told news agency ANI that the plane crashed and exploded upon impact. Around 4-5 explosions in the aircraft took place and led to a huge fire, which prevented people from helping those in the plane.

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Speaking to the media in Nagpur, NCP-SCP leader and former Maharashtra Home Minister, Anil Deshmukh, fails to find words and breaks down on the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar.

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What several Union Ministers have said on Ajit Pawar's demise:

Amit Shah: "Today, the news of the loss of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister and our senior NDA colleague Ajit Pawar ji in a tragic accident has left my heart deeply distressed. The way Ajit Pawar ji dedicated himself to the welfare of every section of society in Maharashtra over the past three and a half decades cannot be expressed in words. Whenever we met, he would engage in long discussions on numerous issues related to the welfare of the people of Maharashtra. His passing is a personal loss not only for the NDA family but also for me. I express my deepest condolences to the Pawar family. In this hour of grief, the entire NDA stands firmly with the bereaved Pawar family. May God grant the departed soul a place at His divine feet. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti."

Piyush Goyal: "We all are mournful today. He was a close friend and a tall leader in Maharashtra."

Nitin Gadkari: "Ajit Pawar's death is unfortunate. He was my close friend in politics, and we also had familial relations. His passing away is a huge loss. On behalf of the party, I pay my tributes to him."

Rajnath Singh: "Deeply shocked and pained to learn about the untimely demise of Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister, Shri Ajit Pawar. Throughout his long public life, he remained committed to the development and prosperity of Maharashtra. He was known for his compassion for the people and his unwavering dedication to public service. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, well-wishers, and admirers."

JP Nadda: "Deeply heartbroken and anguished by the tragic news of the demise of Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister, Shri Ajit Pawar, in a plane accident. A leader known for his dedication and deep connect with the people, he dedicated his life to the development of Maharashtra. His sudden departure leaves an irreplaceable void in public life. Though he is no longer among us, his service to Maharashtra will always be remembered with deep respect. My heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family, friends, and countless admirers. May they find strength and courage in this hour of immense grief. Om Shanti!"

Kiren Rijiju: "Deeply pained to learn about the untimely demise of Hon’ble DyCM of Maharashtra, Shri Ajit Pawar ji. He always stood with the people, working tirelessly for the growth & prosperity of Maharashtra. My heartfelt condolences to his loved ones & supporters."

President Droupadi Murmu has described the death of Ajit Pawar as "an irreparable loss". The President posted on X that Pawar will be remembered for his efforts towards the development of Maharashtra, especially the cooperative sector.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed condolences over the demise of Ajith Pawar. He posted on X a few minutes back: "Saddened by the tragic air crash in Baramati, Maharashtra. My thoughts are with all those who lost their loved ones in the crash. Praying for strength and courage for the bereaved families in this moment of profound grief.

The PM further described Ajit Pawar as a leader of the masses who was connected to the grassroots.

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Few politicians in Maharashtra have held office as long, or as repeatedly, as Ajit Pawar. Over the years, he served as deputy chief minister six times, across different political alignments and under chief ministers from rival camps.

Read more about the tall NCP leader's life and career here.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed condolences over the demise of Ajith Pawar. He posted on X a few minutes back: "Saddened by the tragic air crash in Baramati, Maharashtra. My thoughts are with all those who lost their loved ones in the crash. Praying for strength and courage for the bereaved families in this moment of profound grief.

The PM further described Ajit Pawar as a leader of the masses who was connected to the grassroots.

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Fresh visuals have emerged from the site in Baramati where Ajit Pawar's plane crashed.

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Ajit Pawar's family en route to Baramati

NCP working president Praful Patel, NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule, and Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's family - wife Sunetra Pawar and sons Parth Pawar and Jay Pawar - are leaving from Delhi for Baramati in Maharashtra where Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash.

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Fresh visuals have emerged from the site in Baramati where Ajit Pawar's plane crashed.

watch | Crash landing in Baramati | Five people onboard the Mumbai-Baramati charter plane, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, died as per initial information by the DGCA.

Visuals from the spot show the wreckage of the aircraft. pic.twitter.com/GMmwrZwR0M

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Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak has expressed condolences over the death of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a charter plane crash. He said, "We are getting really sad news about Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. I pray that God gives strength to his family members and party members at this time. We stand with his family during this hour."

What the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said on the plane crash which had Ajit Pawar, Deputy CM of Maharashtra, onboard.


"Ajit Pawar, Deputy CM of Maharashtra, was onboard along with 2 more personnel (1 PSO and 1 attendant) and 2 crew (PIC+FO) members. As per initial information, no person on board has survived the crash. Five people on board the Mumbai to Baramati charter plane, which crash landed, have died."

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant has reacted to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's death and described the NCP leader as a bold man.

"I always did what he said. He was a bold man. He had a big role in the development of the Baramati region. I express my condolences to the entire Pawar family."

Fresh visuals have emerged from the site in Baramati where Ajit Pawar's plane crashed

watch | Crash landing in Baramati | Five people onboard the Mumbai-Baramati charter plane, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, died as per initial information by the DGCA.

Visuals from the spot. pic.twitter.com/6MHqTi6gna

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Fresh visuals have emerged from the site in Baramati where Ajit Pawar's plane crashed.

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Visuals from the spot where Ajit Pawar's plane crash landed

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Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi says, "This is very shocking, painful and heart-rending. There have been differences between us, but we have worked together. He was a really committed man who kept to his work. I express my sympathies to Pawar sahab, Supriya ji, Sunetra ji, Parth and Jay. I also express sympathies to lakhs and crores of people in Baramati...Going away like this is very painful.."

Reactions are pouring in after Ajit Pawar's tragic demise in Baramati plane crash.


Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant says," I always did what he said. He was a bold man. He had a big role in the development of the Baramati region. I express my condolences to the entire Pawar family."

PM Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah both contacted Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadanvis and received information and updates about the Baramati plane crash: Maharashtra Government

BREAKING NEWS: Ajit Pawar, four others die in Baramati plane crash, confirms DGCA

"Ajit Pawar, Deputy CM of Maharashtra, was onboard along with 2 more personnel (1 PSO and 1 attendant) and 2 crew (PIC+FO) members. As per initial information, no person on board has survived the crash," DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) said.

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