Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar tragically lost his life on Wednesday when the aircraft he was traveling in crashed near his home turf in Baramati. According to the reports, the Learjet 45, chartered from Mumbai, crash-landed at Baramati airport around 8:45 am while en route from Mumbai.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadanvis on Wednesday announced a state holiday and three days of mourning following the demise of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, in a plane crash this morning.
Addressing a press conference in Mumbai, CM Fadanvis said that the decision on Pawar’s last rites will be made after consulting his family.
The Chief Minister said, “Today we have declared a state holiday, and three days of state mourning have also been announced. This is a completely irreparable loss for the whole state of Maharashtra.”
Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Videos
Videos from the scene showed the aircraft engulfed in flames with multiple explosions, leaving the plane severely damaged and making immediate visual identification difficult. A CCTV footage sof the incident has surfaced, captring the moments leading up to the carsh of Ajit Pawar’s aircraft near Baramati airport.
Rescue teams and local police reached the site within minutes, but tragically, none of the five people on board survived. The passengers included Ajit Pawar, two personal staff members, and two crew members.
A massive crowd has gathered outside Baramati hospital, where the mortal remains of Ajit Pawar have been brought. NCP working president Praful Patel, NCP (SCP) MP and Ajit Pawar’s cousin Supriya Sule, along with Pawar’s wife Sunetra Pawar and son Parth Pawar, left for Baramati from New Delhi.
Ajit Pawar’s Elder Son Parth Pawar Likely To Take Over NCP
Ajit Pawar, who was 66 at the time of his death, is survived by his wife Sunetra Pawar, a Rajya Sabha member, and their two sons, Parth and Jay Pawar.
His elder son, Parth Pawar, was seen outside the family residence in Baramati surrounded by supporters and party workers, who were seen consoling him.
Parth Pawar has previously ventured into politics, having contested the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from the Maval constituency, where he suffered a heavy defeat. Unlike his father, he has not emerged as a prominent political figure and has largely kept a low profile since.
However, his name has surfaced in connection with the 40-acre Mundhwa land scam, involving a company in which he helda stake. With his father Ajit Pawar’s passing, political attention is now expected to shift toward Parth Pawar, particularly regarding whether he will take on a larger role in continuing the family’s political legacy, having already made an initial foray into public life.
How Was Ajit Pawar’s Body Identifiied After The Baramati Plane Crash?
Ajit Pawar’s identity was later confirmed at the crash site through his wristwatch. The identification process was aided by forensic teams who assisted with recovery and formal identification. According to reports, the remains have been sent for further examination in line with standard protocol.
“The confirmation of his identity has come as a deep shock to everyone here,” agencied reported.
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