Tragic Plane Crash Claims Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed shock over the death of Maharashtra's Deputy CM, Ajit Pawar, in a plane crash. Pawar and four others died in the Pune district crash. He was admired for his dedication to public service. Pawar was en route to Baramati for election meetings.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 28-01-2026 14:12 IST | Created: 28-01-2026 14:12 IST
Tragic Plane Crash Claims Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who tragically perished in a plane crash on Wednesday.

Pawar, aged 66, and four others lost their lives when their aircraft crashed in Pune district. Singh highlighted Pawar's compassion and dedicated service to the people of Maharashtra throughout his political career.

The plane was en route to Baramati from Mumbai, where Pawar was to attend public meetings ahead of the NCP's February 5 zilla parishad elections. The crash, which occurred at 8.50 am, has left a profound impact on the political community and citizens alike.

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