Nation Mourns the Loss of Influential Leader Ajit Pawar in Plane Crash

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash on Wednesday, deeply impacting Indian politics and rural development. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with many others, expressed profound sorrow at his premature demise, recognizing his significant contributions to Maharashtra's progress and India at large.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 28-01-2026 17:51 IST | Created: 28-01-2026 17:51 IST
Nation Mourns the Loss of Influential Leader Ajit Pawar in Plane Crash
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The nation reeled from shock on Wednesday as Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar perished in a plane crash. Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the outpouring of condolences, lauding Pawar's contributions to both Maharashtra and Indian society.

Pawar was en route to Baramati for public meetings regarding the upcoming zilla parishad elections when the fatal crash occurred. All five individuals onboard were tragically lost. Modi expressed his grief during an address at the PM National Cadet Corps Rally in Delhi.

Praising Pawar as a leader with deep grassroots connections, Modi highlighted his well-regarded administrative acumen and dedication to uplifting marginalized communities. The incident marks a significant loss for the Nationalist Congress Party and India's political landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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