North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: Today proved to be a very sad and shocking day for Maharashtra. Deputy Chief Minister of the state and senior leader of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Ajit Pawar Died in a plane crash in Baramati on Wednesday (January 28, 2026) morning. This heart-wrenching incident has deeply shocked not only the political world but also the entertainment world.
Ajay Devgan and Anupam Kher expressed grief
bollywood actor Ajay Devgan Expressed his condolences on social media platform
“Shocked and saddened by the tragic demise of Honorable Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar ji. My heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones and all those affected by this immense loss. Om Shanti.”
veteran actor Anupam Kher Also shared an emotional message remembering his meetings with him: “Deeply saddened by the untimely demise of ‘Dada’, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Ajit Pawar. A leader who always appeared warm and kind in my meetings. His departure has left a huge void. Om Shanti.”
How did this horrific accident happen?
Ajit Pawar was going to Baramati from Mumbai, where he was to address public meetings in connection with the upcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections.
plane: Operated by Delhi-based private company VSR Learjet 45 plane.
Time: The plane took off from Mumbai at around 8:10 am. The plane lost control and crashed while landing at Baramati airport between 8:45 and 9:00 am.
Damage: According to eyewitnesses, the plane turned into a ball of fire as it fell near the runway and there were 4-5 explosions.
Casualties: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has confirmed that all 5 people on board the plane have died. Apart from Ajit Pawar, these included his security officer (PSO), an assistant and two pilots (Captain Sumit Kapoor and Shambhavi Pathak).
Government announced 3 days of state mourning
Prime Minister on the death of Ajit Pawar Narendra ModiHome Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Including all the big leaders of the country have expressed condolences. Maharashtra government in the state three-day state mourning (Till January 30) has been announced. During this period, the national flag will remain at half mast on all government buildings.
For high level investigation of plane crash Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) The team has reached Baramati from Delhi. Initial reports suggest poor visibility (fog) as a possible cause of the accident.
