Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: `Ajit Dada played a huge role in country`s development,` says PM Modi
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आज सकाळी झालेल्या विमान दुर्घटनेत महाराष्ट्राचे उपमुख्यमंत्री अजित पवार जी आणि त्यांचे काही सहकारी आपल्यातून कायमचे निघून गेले. अजित दादांनी राज्य आणि देशाच्या विकासासाठी मोलाचे योगदान दिले. त्यांच्या कुटुंबीयांप्रती मी मनःपूर्वक संवेदना व्यक्त करतो. या शोकाकुल प्रसंगी, या&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/8nZSGDiN0q">pic.twitter.com/8nZSGDiN0q</a>
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/2016518398143066177?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: `Ajit Dada played a huge role in country`s development,` says PM Modi

आज सकाळी झालेल्या विमान दुर्घटनेत महाराष्ट्राचे उपमुख्यमंत्री अजित पवार जी आणि त्यांचे काही सहकारी आपल्यातून कायमचे निघून गेले. अजित दादांनी राज्य आणि देशाच्या विकासासाठी मोलाचे योगदान दिले. त्यांच्या कुटुंबीयांप्रती मी मनःपूर्वक संवेदना व्यक्त करतो. या शोकाकुल प्रसंगी, या&hellip; pic.twitter.com/8nZSGDiN0q
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 28, 2026


Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Probe team seeks documents from DGCA related to crew, aircraft
Airframe and engine logbooks, work orders, on-board documents, and major inspection records related to aircraft will be gathered from the operator for scrutiny. The probe team has also sought documents from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) related to the crew and the aircraft. Radar data recordings, CCTV footage, ATC recordings, and hotline communications will be obtained for further analysis.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Probe team seeks documents from DGCA related to crew, aircraft
Airframe and engine logbooks, work orders, on-board documents, and major inspection records related to aircraft will be gathered from the operator for scrutiny. The probe team has also sought documents from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) related to the crew and the aircraft. Radar data recordings, CCTV footage, ATC recordings, and hotline communications will be obtained for further analysis.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Storyexpress Storytelling Festival to go ahead as scheduled on Thursday
The seventh edition of the Storyexpress Storytelling Festival will be held on Thursday at the BDL Museum and the Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan and Zoo (VJBU), Byculla, in Mumbai from 9.30 am to 2 pm. The by-invitation-only festival is organised exclusively for underprivileged children from NGOs and municipal schools. It aims to promote reading, writing and listening skills through storytelling presented in various creative forms such as dance, read-aloud sessions, art, poetry, museum walks and film screenings. Addressing concerns amid the ongoing period of mourning in the state, an official associated with the festival said the programme would go ahead as planned. &ldquo;This is not an event or a celebration. This is a learning experience. It has already been planned and school children are expected to come tomorrow. We checked with the BMC authorities and will proceed with the learning activity,&rdquo; the official said. This year&rsquo;s edition will feature several well-known writers and artistes from across the city, including authors Gauri Sinh, Lavanya Karthik, Nalini Ramachandran, Pooja Deepak Patel and Yashasvi Vachhani, along with storyteller Hamir Kaur Sahni, Neeraj Chandra and filmmaker Chetan Sharma. Artistes Devangi Tevani, Maithili Sakhrani and Rishita Chandra, along with members of the BDL Museum, will conduct storytelling sessions and creative workshops for children and teachers. The festival will conclude with film screenings curated for children.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Storyexpress Storytelling Festival to go ahead as scheduled on Thursday
The seventh edition of the Storyexpress Storytelling Festival will be held on Thursday at the BDL Museum and the Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan and Zoo (VJBU), Byculla, in Mumbai from 9.30 am to 2 pm. The by-invitation-only festival is organised exclusively for underprivileged children from NGOs and municipal schools. It aims to promote reading, writing and listening skills through storytelling presented in various creative forms such as dance, read-aloud sessions, art, poetry, museum walks and film screenings. Addressing concerns amid the ongoing period of mourning in the state, an official associated with the festival said the programme would go ahead as planned. &ldquo;This is not an event or a celebration. This is a learning experience. It has already been planned and school children are expected to come tomorrow. We checked with the BMC authorities and will proceed with the learning activity,&rdquo; the official said. This year&rsquo;s edition will feature several well-known writers and artistes from across the city, including authors Gauri Sinh, Lavanya Karthik, Nalini Ramachandran, Pooja Deepak Patel and Yashasvi Vachhani, along with storyteller Hamir Kaur Sahni, Neeraj Chandra and filmmaker Chetan Sharma. Artistes Devangi Tevani, Maithili Sakhrani and Rishita Chandra, along with members of the BDL Museum, will conduct storytelling sessions and creative workshops for children and teachers. The festival will conclude with film screenings curated for children.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: AAIB team seen placing boxes of documents into vehicles
This development comes after Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar was killed in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning. As part of the investigation into the crash, Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) officials were present at the office of VSR Ventures Private Limited, which operates the ill-fated charter plane. The AAIB team was seen placing boxes of documents into vehicles.&nbsp;

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: AAIB team seen placing boxes of documents into vehicles
This development comes after Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar was killed in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning. As part of the investigation into the crash, Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) officials were present at the office of VSR Ventures Private Limited, which operates the ill-fated charter plane. The AAIB team was seen placing boxes of documents into vehicles.&nbsp;

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Maharashtra: Indian Air Force deploys emergency ATC team to Baramati after fatal plane crash On an urgent request from the Maharashtra government, the Indian Air Force has swiftly deployed a team of Air Traffic Control (ATC) personnel along with essential technical equipment from Air Force Station Lohegaon to Baramati Airport, the Defence officials said on Wednesday. The team promptly established emergency Air Traffic Control services, including communication and other emergency facilities, in coordination with the local administration to support safe and efficient air traffic management, they added. (ANI)

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Maharashtra: Indian Air Force deploys emergency ATC team to Baramati after fatal plane crashOn an urgent request from the Maharashtra government, the Indian Air Force has swiftly deployed a team of Air Traffic Control (ATC) personnel along with essential technical equipment from Air Force Station Lohegaon to Baramati Airport, the Defence officials said on Wednesday. The team promptly established emergency Air Traffic Control services, including communication and other emergency facilities, in coordination with the local administration to support safe and efficient air traffic management, they added. (ANI)

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: `Air warriors` providing ATC, meteorological services to support safe operations from crash site
In an X post, the Indian Air Force stated that a dedicated team of Air Warriors has been deployed on the urgent request of the civic authorities after the Baramati plane crash. The team is providing basic Air Traffic Control and Meteorological services. "In response to the civic authorities` urgent request after the tragic aircraft crash at Baramati Airport, the Indian Air Force has swiftly deployed a dedicated team of Air Warriors. They are providing essential basic Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Meteorological services to support safe air operations from the site. This rapid assistance underscores IAF`s commitment to national service in times of need," the IAF wrote.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: `Air warriors` providing ATC, meteorological services to support safe operations from crash site
In an X post, the Indian Air Force stated that a dedicated team of Air Warriors has been deployed on the urgent request of the civic authorities after the Baramati plane crash. The team is providing basic Air Traffic Control and Meteorological services. "In response to the civic authorities` urgent request after the tragic aircraft crash at Baramati Airport, the Indian Air Force has swiftly deployed a dedicated team of Air Warriors. They are providing essential basic Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Meteorological services to support safe air operations from the site. This rapid assistance underscores IAF`s commitment to national service in times of need," the IAF wrote.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: &lsquo;Will take oath, won&rsquo;t wait`, NCP chief&rsquo;s sharp one-liner remembered after his demise
Following the tragic demise of Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on Wednesday, a light-hearted moment from Maharashtra&rsquo;s post-poll political negotiations has resurfaced, reminding many of the NCP chief&rsquo;s sharp wit. During a press conference in Mumbai in December 2024, Ajit Pawar shared a humorous exchange with Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde while questions were raised about the oath-taking ceremony for the new Maharashtra government after the conclusion of assembly polls. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/ajit-pawar-plane-crash-names-of-all-five-victims-on-the-charter-aircraft-23614071" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Read more</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: &lsquo;Will take oath, won&rsquo;t wait`, NCP chief&rsquo;s sharp one-liner remembered after his demise
Following the tragic demise of Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on Wednesday, a light-hearted moment from Maharashtra&rsquo;s post-poll political negotiations has resurfaced, reminding many of the NCP chief&rsquo;s sharp wit. During a press conference in Mumbai in December 2024, Ajit Pawar shared a humorous exchange with Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde while questions were raised about the oath-taking ceremony for the new Maharashtra government after the conclusion of assembly polls. Read more
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Investigation expected to focus on technical factors behind site
The investigation is expected to focus on the technical factors that led to the crash of the Learjet 45 aircraft, operated by Delhi-based VSR Ventures Pvt Ltd, during its second attempt to land at Baramati table-top air strip. "The investigation team has reached the (crash) site. They are on the job," an AAIB official said on the condition of anonymity and did not divulge anything further.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Investigation expected to focus on technical factors behind site
The investigation is expected to focus on the technical factors that led to the crash of the Learjet 45 aircraft, operated by Delhi-based VSR Ventures Pvt Ltd, during its second attempt to land at Baramati table-top air strip. "The investigation team has reached the (crash) site. They are on the job," an AAIB official said on the condition of anonymity and did not divulge anything further.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: AAIB team reaches Baramati crash site; launches forensic probe A specialised team from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) arrived at the Baramati crash site on Wednesday evening to initiate a forensic probe into the tragic accident that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. The investigation is expected to focus on the technical factors that led to the crash of the Learjet 45 aircraft, operated by Delhi-based VSR Ventures Pvt Ltd, during its second attempt to land at Baramati table-top air strip. (PTI)&nbsp;

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: AAIB team reaches Baramati crash site; launches forensic probeA specialised team from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) arrived at the Baramati crash site on Wednesday evening to initiate a forensic probe into the tragic accident that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. The investigation is expected to focus on the technical factors that led to the crash of the Learjet 45 aircraft, operated by Delhi-based VSR Ventures Pvt Ltd, during its second attempt to land at Baramati table-top air strip. (PTI)&nbsp;

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE:&nbsp;Tributes pour in for Ajit Pawar following fatal plane crash 
Watch | A large crowd assembled at Vidya Pratishthan to pay their final respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash earlier today.
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VIDEO | Baramati: A huge crowd gathered at Vidya Pratishthan to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, who died in plane crash earlier today.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ajitpawarpassedaway?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#ajitpawarpassedaway</a> (Full video available on PTI Videos - <a href="https://t.co/n147TvrpG7">https://t.co/n147TvrpG7</a>) <a href="https://t.co/SCjQ1YuFSo">pic.twitter.com/SCjQ1YuFSo</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE:&nbsp;Tributes pour in for Ajit Pawar following fatal plane crash
Watch | A large crowd assembled at Vidya Pratishthan to pay their final respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash earlier today.

VIDEO | Baramati: A huge crowd gathered at Vidya Pratishthan to pay their last respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, who died in plane crash earlier today.#ajitpawarpassedaway (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/SCjQ1YuFSo
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE:&nbsp;IAF deploys Air Warriors to provide ATC, weather support after Baramati crash 
Following an urgent request from civic authorities after the aircraft crash at Baramati Airport, the Indian Air Force swiftly deployed a team of Air Warriors to provide basic air traffic control and meteorological support, ensuring safe air operations at the site.
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In response to civic authorities` urgent request after the tragic aircraft crash at Baramati Airport, the Indian Air Force has swiftly deployed a dedicated team of Air Warriors. They are providing essential basic Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Meteorological services to support&hellip;
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE:&nbsp;IAF deploys Air Warriors to provide ATC, weather support after Baramati crash
Following an urgent request from civic authorities after the aircraft crash at Baramati Airport, the Indian Air Force swiftly deployed a team of Air Warriors to provide basic air traffic control and meteorological support, ensuring safe air operations at the site.

In response to civic authorities` urgent request after the tragic aircraft crash at Baramati Airport, the Indian Air Force has swiftly deployed a dedicated team of Air Warriors. They are providing essential basic Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Meteorological services to support&hellip;
&mdash; Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) January 28, 2026


Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: IAF deploys emergency team to Baramati airport&nbsp;
On an urgent request from the Government of Maharashtra, the Indian Air Force swiftly deployed a team of Air Traffic Control personnel along with essential technical equipment from Air Force Station Lohegaon to Baramati Airport. The team promptly established emergency Air Traffic Control services, including communication and other emergency facilities in coordination with local administration, to support safe and efficient air traffic management: Defence officials Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.
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On an urgent request from the Government of Maharashtra, the Indian Air Force swiftly deployed a team of Air Traffic Control personnel along with essential technical equipment from Air Force Station Lohegaon to Baramati Airport. The team promptly established emergency Air Traffic&hellip;
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016495496039485903?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: IAF deploys emergency team to Baramati airport&nbsp;
On an urgent request from the Government of Maharashtra, the Indian Air Force swiftly deployed a team of Air Traffic Control personnel along with essential technical equipment from Air Force Station Lohegaon to Baramati Airport. The team promptly established emergency Air Traffic Control services, including communication and other emergency facilities in coordination with local administration, to support safe and efficient air traffic management: Defence officials Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar died in a crash landing of a charter plane in Baramati this morning.

On an urgent request from the Government of Maharashtra, the Indian Air Force swiftly deployed a team of Air Traffic Control personnel along with essential technical equipment from Air Force Station Lohegaon to Baramati Airport. The team promptly established emergency Air Traffic&hellip;
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2026


Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Don&rsquo;t bring politics into Ajit Pawar crash, says Sharad Pawar 
NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar on Wednesday said the plane crash that killed his nephew Ajit Pawar and four others was an accident and should not be politicised.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Don&rsquo;t bring politics into Ajit Pawar crash, says Sharad Pawar
NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar on Wednesday said the plane crash that killed his nephew Ajit Pawar and four others was an accident and should not be politicised.

Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: CM, governor meet Maharashtra Deputy CM`s wife Sunetra&nbsp;
Maharashtra 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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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | 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. <a href="https://t.co/EcyTA95mnP">pic.twitter.com/EcyTA95mnP</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: CM, governor meet Maharashtra Deputy CM`s wife Sunetra&nbsp;
Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, met 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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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Governor, CM Fadnavis meet Ajit Pawar`s wife, Sunetra, to offer condolences 
Governor Acharya Devvrat, accompanied by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, called on MP Sunetra Pawar, wife of late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, to offer condolences. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde was also present.
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राज्यपाल आचार्य देवव्रत यांच्यासह मुख्यमंत्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस यांनी स्वर्गीय अजित पवार यांच्या पत्नी खासदार सुनेत्रा पवार यांची भेट घेऊन त्यांचे सांत्वन केले. यावेळी उपमुख्यमंत्री एकनाथ शिंदे हे देखील उपस्थित होते. <a href="https://t.co/TWPf5bBaLs">pic.twitter.com/TWPf5bBaLs</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash LIVE: Governor, CM Fadnavis meet Ajit Pawar`s wife, Sunetra, to offer condolences
Governor Acharya Devvrat, accompanied by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, called on MP Sunetra Pawar, wife of late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, to offer condolences. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde was also present.

राज्यपाल आचार्य देवव्रत यांच्यासह मुख्यमंत्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस यांनी स्वर्गीय अजित पवार यांच्या पत्नी खासदार सुनेत्रा पवार यांची भेट घेऊन त्यांचे सांत्वन केले. यावेळी उपमुख्यमंत्री एकनाथ शिंदे हे देखील उपस्थित होते. pic.twitter.com/TWPf5bBaLs
&mdash; CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) January 28, 2026


Ajit Pawar plane crash: "Developed special bond as excellent colleagues", says Uddhav Thackaray on Maharashtra Deputy CM Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday condoled the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, saying the state has lost a "steadfast leader and an excellent colleague. Thackeray said that the two had developed a "special bond as excellent colleagues," and praised Pawar`s open-hearted nature. Even after Pawar chose a different path in politics, Thackeray said, he "did not let our relationship break."

Ajit Pawar plane crash: "Developed special bond as excellent colleagues", says Uddhav Thackaray on Maharashtra Deputy CMShiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday condoled the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, saying the state has lost a "steadfast leader and an excellent colleague. Thackeray said that the two had developed a "special bond as excellent colleagues," and praised Pawar`s open-hearted nature. Even after Pawar chose a different path in politics, Thackeray said, he "did not let our relationship break."

Ajit Pawar plane crash: "Those left behind will carry forward his work," says BJP`s Meenakashi Lekhi on Maharashtra Deputy CM`s death BJP leader and MP Meenakashi Lekhi on Wednesday expressed her deepest condolences over the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died earlier today in a charter plane crash in Baramati. Speaking to ANI, Lekhi said, "I am very sorry to have learnt about this. My deepest condolences to the family. It is a very sad incident, and I can only pray for the family, because those who are left behind will continue to remember him and carry forward the work he undertook for the public good."

Ajit Pawar plane crash: "Those left behind will carry forward his work," says BJP`s Meenakashi Lekhi on Maharashtra Deputy CM`s deathBJP leader and MP Meenakashi Lekhi on Wednesday expressed her deepest condolences over the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died earlier today in a charter plane crash in Baramati. Speaking to ANI, Lekhi said, "I am very sorry to have learnt about this. My deepest condolences to the family. It is a very sad incident, and I can only pray for the family, because those who are left behind will continue to remember him and carry forward the work he undertook for the public good."

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates | "Warm, affectionate nature": Aaditya Thackeray mourns Ajit Pawar 
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Wednesday expressed shock over the news of Ajit Pawar`s demise in the Baramati plane crash accident. (ANI)

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates | "Warm, affectionate nature": Aaditya Thackeray mourns Ajit Pawar
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Wednesday expressed shock over the news of Ajit Pawar`s demise in the Baramati plane crash accident. (ANI)

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates:&nbsp;Preliminary information reveals poor visibility during landing, says Civil Aviation Minister 
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Wednesday said that a transparent and accountable investigation would be conducted into the plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. (ANI)

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates:&nbsp;Preliminary information reveals poor visibility during landing, says Civil Aviation Minister
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Wednesday said that a transparent and accountable investigation would be conducted into the plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. (ANI)

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Bad weather or technical glitch?
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VIDEO | Delhi: Aviation expert Subhash Goyal, on the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, said, &ldquo;For this crash, or any crash, there are four possible reasons. One is a sudden technical glitch. Second is if the landing gear is not deployed. Third is if a&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/7e6AhWfgBD">pic.twitter.com/7e6AhWfgBD</a>
&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/2016453104435417314?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote>

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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Bad weather or technical glitch?

VIDEO | Delhi: Aviation expert Subhash Goyal, on the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, said, &ldquo;For this crash, or any crash, there are four possible reasons. One is a sudden technical glitch. Second is if the landing gear is not deployed. Third is if a&hellip; pic.twitter.com/7e6AhWfgBD
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Last rites will be conducted on Jan 29
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Baramati | Mortal remains of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar being taken to Vidya Pratishthan ground for the public to pay their last respects to him <a href="https://t.co/b6SCd82IRL">pic.twitter.com/b6SCd82IRL</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2016449785415504275?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote>

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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Last rites will be conducted on Jan 29

#WATCH | Baramati | Mortal remains of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar being taken to Vidya Pratishthan ground for the public to pay their last respects to him pic.twitter.com/b6SCd82IRL
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: PM Modi speaks to Sharad Pawar PM Narendra Modi spoke to Sharad Pawar this afternoon and conveyed condolences following Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar`s death in air crash in Baramati.&nbsp;

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: PM Modi speaks to Sharad PawarPM Narendra Modi spoke to Sharad Pawar this afternoon and conveyed condolences following Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar`s death in air crash in Baramati.&nbsp;

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Uddhav Thackeray pays heartfelt tribute to Ajit Pawar
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एक खंबीर नेता व माझ्या मंत्रिमंडळातील मी उमदा सहकारी गमावला! मी मुख्यमंत्री असताना अजित पवार हे उपमुख्यमंत्री, अर्थमंत्री होते. अत्यंत शिस्तप्रिय, आपल्या खात्यावर वचक व अर्थ विभागाचा अभ्यास असणारे ते नेते होते. एक उत्तम सहकारी म्हणून त्यांचे माझे विशेष नाते जमले. अजित पवार हे&hellip;
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एक खंबीर नेता व माझ्या मंत्रिमंडळातील मी उमदा सहकारी गमावला!मी मुख्यमंत्री असताना अजित पवार हे उपमुख्यमंत्री, अर्थमंत्री होते. अत्यंत शिस्तप्रिय, आपल्या खात्यावर वचक व अर्थ विभागाचा अभ्यास असणारे ते नेते होते. एक उत्तम सहकारी म्हणून त्यांचे माझे विशेष नाते जमले. अजित पवार हे&hellip;
&mdash; Office of Uddhav Thackeray (@OfficeofUT) January 28, 2026




Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: &nbsp;Civil aviation minister points to poor visibility, investigation ongoing
Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said," 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. Before landing, ATC asked the pilot whether the runway was in sight, and he confirmed it was not. After a go-around, the aircraft returned to land, and the pilot was again asked if the runway was visible for landing. Then, the pilot confirmed visibility of the runway. After ATC cleared landing, it was seen that the accident had occurred."&nbsp;
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Pune | On Maha Dy CM Ajit Pawar`s demise in a plane crash, Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu says," We will conduct an investigation in a transparent and accountable manner. Preliminary information indicates that visibility was poor at the site&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/qPs0k6hQH7">pic.twitter.com/qPs0k6hQH7</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: &nbsp;Civil aviation minister points to poor visibility, investigation ongoing
Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said," 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. Before landing, ATC asked the pilot whether the runway was in sight, and he confirmed it was not. After a go-around, the aircraft returned to land, and the pilot was again asked if the runway was visible for landing. Then, the pilot confirmed visibility of the runway. After ATC cleared landing, it was seen that the accident had occurred."&nbsp;

#WATCH | Pune | On Maha Dy CM Ajit Pawar`s demise in a plane crash, Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu says," We will conduct an investigation in a transparent and accountable manner. Preliminary information indicates that visibility was poor at the site&hellip; pic.twitter.com/qPs0k6hQH7
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2026


Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Vidip Dilip Jadhav was serving as Deputy CM Ajit Pawar&rsquo;s PSO
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Thane, Maharashtra: Visuals from outside the residence of Vidip Dilip Jadhav, the personal security officer (PSO) of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who was also onboard the ill-fated charter plane that crash landed in Baramati. All five people onboard the aircraft died in the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/iqLTBzP2nN">pic.twitter.com/iqLTBzP2nN</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Vidip Dilip Jadhav was serving as Deputy CM Ajit Pawar&rsquo;s PSO

#WATCH | Thane, Maharashtra: Visuals from outside the residence of Vidip Dilip Jadhav, the personal security officer (PSO) of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who was also onboard the ill-fated charter plane that crash landed in Baramati.All five people onboard the aircraft died in the&hellip; pic.twitter.com/iqLTBzP2nN
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Deputy CM Ajit Pawar among five killed in charter plane crash The five people on the ill-fated charter plane were Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, Vidip Jadhav, Pinki Mali, Sumit Kapoor, and Sambhavi Pathak.&nbsp;

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Deputy CM Ajit Pawar among five killed in charter plane crashThe five people on the ill-fated charter plane were Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, Vidip Jadhav, Pinki Mali, Sumit Kapoor, and Sambhavi Pathak.&nbsp;

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Sharad Pawar reaches Baramati
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Maharashtra | NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar arrives at Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Government Medical College, Baramati, where mortal remains of all five deceased, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, are kept <a href="https://t.co/jX5SbSHjzJ">pic.twitter.com/jX5SbSHjzJ</a>
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#WATCH | Maharashtra | NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar arrives at Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Government Medical College, Baramati, where mortal remains of all five deceased, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, are kept pic.twitter.com/jX5SbSHjzJ
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Farewell, Dada: Maharashtra mourns Ajit Pawar
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates:&nbsp;Maharashtra declares three-day mourning on passing of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Maharashtra is in mourning following the passing of its Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Ashatai Anantrao Pawar who died today. The Government of Maharashtra has announced a three-day state mourning period to honour his memory and contributions to the state.
As part of the mourning, the national flag will be flown at half mast on all government buildings where it is regularly hoisted, from 28 January to 30 January 2026. The government has also directed that no official entertainment programs be held during this period, reflecting the solemnity of the occasion. Read story <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/ajit-pawar-death-maharashtra-declares-public-holiday-flags-to-fly-at-half-mast-23614050" rel="nofollow">here</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates:&nbsp;Maharashtra declares three-day mourning on passing of Deputy CM Ajit PawarMaharashtra is in mourning following the passing of its Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Ashatai Anantrao Pawar who died today. The Government of Maharashtra has announced a three-day state mourning period to honour his memory and contributions to the state.
As part of the mourning, the national flag will be flown at half mast on all government buildings where it is regularly hoisted, from 28 January to 30 January 2026. The government has also directed that no official entertainment programs be held during this period, reflecting the solemnity of the occasion. Read story here
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Raj Thackeray pays tribute to Ajit Pawar, calls him a political stalwart
Among the leaders paying tribute, Raj Thackeray expressed his deep grief, calling Pawar &ldquo;an outstanding leader&rdquo; and remembering him as both a friend and a formidable political figure. &ldquo;My friend and Deputy Chief Minister of the state, Ajit Pawar, has passed away. Maharashtra`s politics has lost an outstanding leader,&rdquo; Raj Thackeray said.&nbsp;
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माझे मित्र आणि राज्याचे उपमुख्यमंत्री अजित पवार यांचं निधन झालं. महाराष्ट्राच्या राजकारणाने एक उमदा नेता गमावला. अजित पवार यांचा आणि माझा राजकारणातला प्रवेश हा काहीसा एकाच काळातील, अर्थात आमचा परिचय हा बराच नंतरचा. पण राजकारणावर कमालीचं प्रेम या एका गुणावर अजित पवारांनी&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/yIjUC255Af">pic.twitter.com/yIjUC255Af</a>
&mdash; Raj Thackeray (@RajThackeray) <a href="https://twitter.com/RajThackeray/status/2016410675002962335?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Raj Thackeray pays tribute to Ajit Pawar, calls him a political stalwart
Among the leaders paying tribute, Raj Thackeray expressed his deep grief, calling Pawar &ldquo;an outstanding leader&rdquo; and remembering him as both a friend and a formidable political figure. &ldquo;My friend and Deputy Chief Minister of the state, Ajit Pawar, has passed away. Maharashtra`s politics has lost an outstanding leader,&rdquo; Raj Thackeray said.&nbsp;

माझे मित्र आणि राज्याचे उपमुख्यमंत्री अजित पवार यांचं निधन झालं. महाराष्ट्राच्या राजकारणाने एक उमदा नेता गमावला. अजित पवार यांचा आणि माझा राजकारणातला प्रवेश हा काहीसा एकाच काळातील, अर्थात आमचा परिचय हा बराच नंतरचा. पण राजकारणावर कमालीचं प्रेम या एका गुणावर अजित पवारांनी&hellip; pic.twitter.com/yIjUC255Af
&mdash; Raj Thackeray (@RajThackeray) January 28, 2026


Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Tragic history of leaders who lost their lives in Air Crashes Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra&rsquo;s Deputy Chief Minister, tragically lost his life in a plane crash in 2025, joining a somber list of Indian political figures who have died in aviation accidents over the decades. This tragic list includes Balwant Rai Mehta (1965), Gurnam Singh (1973), Sanjay Gandhi (1980), Madhavrao Scindia (2001), G.M.C. Balayogi (2002), Surendra Singh and O.P. Jindal (2005), Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy (2009), Dorjee Khandu (2011), and Vijay Rupani (2025). Each of these losses shook the nation, leaving an indelible mark on India&rsquo;s political history, and Ajit Pawar&rsquo;s death is the latest addition to this heartbreaking legacy. Read story <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/photo/in-photos-politicians-who-lost-their-lives-in-plan-crashes-from-ajit-pawar-to-vijay-rupani-109394/1" rel="nofollow">here</a>

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Tragic history of leaders who lost their lives in Air CrashesAjit Pawar, Maharashtra&rsquo;s Deputy Chief Minister, tragically lost his life in a plane crash in 2025, joining a somber list of Indian political figures who have died in aviation accidents over the decades. This tragic list includes Balwant Rai Mehta (1965), Gurnam Singh (1973), Sanjay Gandhi (1980), Madhavrao Scindia (2001), G.M.C. Balayogi (2002), Surendra Singh and O.P. Jindal (2005), Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy (2009), Dorjee Khandu (2011), and Vijay Rupani (2025). Each of these losses shook the nation, leaving an indelible mark on India&rsquo;s political history, and Ajit Pawar&rsquo;s death is the latest addition to this heartbreaking legacy. Read story here

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Riteish Deshmukh "deeply shocked" over Ajit Pawar`s tragic death in plane crash Actor Riteish Deshmukh on Wednesday condoled the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, stating that the untimely demise of the NCP chief had left him "deeply shocked" and "heartbroken." Deshmukh, who knew the late leader personally, took to social media to mourn the loss of one of the state`s most influential political figures.&nbsp;
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Deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken to learn that we have lost Ajit Dada in a tragic accident. One of Maharashtra&rsquo;s most dynamic leaders, he had zero tolerance for non-performance and constantly pushed and inspired those around him to excel. He never minced his words, his wit&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/nGQ3M1xf0Z">pic.twitter.com/nGQ3M1xf0Z</a>
&mdash; Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) <a href="https://twitter.com/Riteishd/status/2016384828460212621?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Riteish Deshmukh "deeply shocked" over Ajit Pawar`s tragic death in plane crashActor Riteish Deshmukh on Wednesday condoled the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, stating that the untimely demise of the NCP chief had left him "deeply shocked" and "heartbroken." Deshmukh, who knew the late leader personally, took to social media to mourn the loss of one of the state`s most influential political figures.&nbsp;
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Deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken to learn that we have lost Ajit Dada in a tragic accident. One of Maharashtra&rsquo;s most dynamic leaders, he had zero tolerance for non-performance and constantly pushed and inspired those around him to excel. He never minced his words, his wit&hellip; pic.twitter.com/nGQ3M1xf0Z
&mdash; Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) January 28, 2026


Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Maharashtra heartfelt farewell to its leader &nbsp;Over the years, Ajit Pawar held several key portfolios, including Finance, Planning, and Water Resources, emerging as one of the most powerful ministers in successive state governments. Known for his firm command over budgets and administration, he earned a reputation for swift decision-making. He holds two notable records: serving as Deputy Chief Minister six times&mdash;the most by any leader&mdash;and presenting the state budget on 11 occasions, the second highest in Maharashtra&rsquo;s history. Read story <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/ajit-pawar-dies-in-plane-crash-a-six-time-deputy-cm-who-shaped-maharashtra-politics-23614032" rel="nofollow">here</a>

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Maharashtra heartfelt farewell to its leader&nbsp;Over the years, Ajit Pawar held several key portfolios, including Finance, Planning, and Water Resources, emerging as one of the most powerful ministers in successive state governments. Known for his firm command over budgets and administration, he earned a reputation for swift decision-making. He holds two notable records: serving as Deputy Chief Minister six times&mdash;the most by any leader&mdash;and presenting the state budget on 11 occasions, the second highest in Maharashtra&rsquo;s history. Read story here

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Farewell to a visionary The Governor of Maharashtra and Gujarat, Acharya Devvrat, has expressed condolences on the demise of the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Ajit Pawar, in a plane crash near Baramati earlier today.
&ldquo;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. &nbsp;I pay my respects to Shri Ajit Pawar Ji and convey my heartfelt condolences to all the members of the bereaved family. Om Shanti."

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Farewell to a visionaryThe Governor of Maharashtra and Gujarat, Acharya Devvrat, has expressed condolences on the demise of the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Ajit Pawar, in a plane crash near Baramati earlier today.
&ldquo;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. &nbsp;I pay my respects to Shri Ajit Pawar Ji and convey my heartfelt condolences to all the members of the bereaved family. Om Shanti."

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Wreckage of the aircraft lies at the crash site in Baramati
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Maharashtra | Wreckage of aircraft at the crash site in Baramati. The plane carried five people, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, all of whom died in the plane crash <a href="https://t.co/ZZW81elKin">pic.twitter.com/ZZW81elKin</a>
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#WATCH | Maharashtra | Wreckage of aircraft at the crash site in Baramati. The plane carried five people, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, all of whom died in the plane crash pic.twitter.com/ZZW81elKin
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: MPs across parties mourn &ldquo;heart-rending&rdquo; loss, remember his role in Baramati&rsquo;s growth
Members of Parliament cutting across party lines on Wednesday expressed deep shock and grief over the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was killed in a charter aircraft crash near Baramati earlier in the day. Read story <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/ajit-pawar-plane-crash-mps-across-parties-mourn-heart-rending-loss-remember-his-role-in-baramatis-growth-23614030" rel="nofollow">here</a> 
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: On Demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, Union Minister Piyush Goyal says, "... We are in pain and grief... He was my close friend and held an important position in our government. He was a great leader of Maharashtra and is no longer with us. My deepest&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/oOvW3BAptt">pic.twitter.com/oOvW3BAptt</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: MPs across parties mourn &ldquo;heart-rending&rdquo; loss, remember his role in Baramati&rsquo;s growth
Members of Parliament cutting across party lines on Wednesday expressed deep shock and grief over the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was killed in a charter aircraft crash near Baramati earlier in the day. Read story here

#WATCH | Delhi: On Demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, Union Minister Piyush Goyal says, "... We are in pain and grief... He was my close friend and held an important position in our government. He was a great leader of Maharashtra and is no longer with us. My deepest&hellip; pic.twitter.com/oOvW3BAptt
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: First images from Ajit Pawar&rsquo;s plane crash site show thick smoke engulfing area Ajit Pawar, a prominent Indian politician and a key leader in Maharashtra&rsquo;s political landscape, was known for his decisive leadership, administrative experience, and strong grassroots connect, he has played a crucial role in shaping the state&rsquo;s governance and development policies. With a career spanning decades, Ajit Pawar is recognised for his focus on infrastructure, agriculture, and economic growth, as well as his ability to take bold decisions in challenging situations. His influence, experience, and commitment to public service continue to make him a significant figure in contemporary Indian politics. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-dies-in-plane-crash-109391/1" rel="nofollow">See pics</a>

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: First images from Ajit Pawar&rsquo;s plane crash site show thick smoke engulfing areaAjit Pawar, a prominent Indian politician and a key leader in Maharashtra&rsquo;s political landscape, was known for his decisive leadership, administrative experience, and strong grassroots connect, he has played a crucial role in shaping the state&rsquo;s governance and development policies. With a career spanning decades, Ajit Pawar is recognised for his focus on infrastructure, agriculture, and economic growth, as well as his ability to take bold decisions in challenging situations. His influence, experience, and commitment to public service continue to make him a significant figure in contemporary Indian politics. See pics

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar, along with his wife, Pratibha Pawar, leaves for Baramati
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Mumbai | NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar, along with his wife, Pratibha Pawar, leaves for Baramati from their Mumbai residence, Silver Oaks. <a href="https://t.co/4LseVAKflF">pic.twitter.com/4LseVAKflF</a>
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar, along with his wife, Pratibha Pawar, leaves for Baramati

#WATCH | Mumbai | NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar, along with his wife, Pratibha Pawar, leaves for Baramati from their Mumbai residence, Silver Oaks. pic.twitter.com/4LseVAKflF
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Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates:&nbsp;PM Modi, Amit Shah speak to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, take stock of situation Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday spoke to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to take stock of the situation following the plane crash near Baramati involving Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Read story <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/ajit-pawar-plane-crash-pm-modi-amit-shah-speak-to-maharashtra-cm-devendra-fadnavis-take-stock-of-situation-23614028" rel="nofollow">here</a>

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates:&nbsp;PM Modi, Amit Shah speak to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, take stock of situationPrime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday spoke to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to take stock of the situation following the plane crash near Baramati involving Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Read story here

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Maharashtra Dy CM Ajit Pawar, five others killed in plane crash in Baramati Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and five other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Pune district on Wednesday morning. The Learjet 45 (LJ45), a mid-size business jet aircraft produced by the Learjet Division of Bombardier Aerospace, went off the runway while attempting to land at Baramati airport and burst into flames, the source said. Read story <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/plane-carrying-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-crash-lands-in-maharashtras-baramati-23614019" rel="nofollow">here</a>

Ajit Pawar plane crash Live updates: Maharashtra Dy CM Ajit Pawar, five others killed in plane crash in BaramatiMaharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and five other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Pune district on Wednesday morning. The Learjet 45 (LJ45), a mid-size business jet aircraft produced by the Learjet Division of Bombardier Aerospace, went off the runway while attempting to land at Baramati airport and burst into flames, the source said. Read story here

Ajit Pawar plane crash: PM Modi expresses condolences, calls him a &lsquo;leader of the people&rsquo;
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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.
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/2016378092802187363?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote>

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Ajit Pawar plane crash: PM Modi expresses condolences, calls him a &lsquo;leader of the people&rsquo;

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.
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 28, 2026




Ajit Pawar plane crash Live: A specialised team from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) arrived at the Baramati crash site on Wednesday evening to initiate a forensic probe into the tragic accident that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. Follow LIVE updates here

AAIB has the mandate to investigate all accidents and serious incidents involving aircraft with a gross weight of 2,250 kg. Follow LIVE updates here

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