Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Ajit Pawar and four others died in a tragic plane crash during an attempted emergency landing near Baramati on January 28, 2026. Political leaders and citizens across the state are expressing deep grief and shock.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Dies in Baramati Plane Crash
Mumbai: Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief, and widely known political leader Ajit Pawar has passed away in a tragic plane crash near Baramati on Wednesday, January 28. The accident occurred suddenly, leaving little time for response or rescue, and shocked the entire state.
The news of Ajit Pawar’s death has sent a wave of grief across Maharashtra. Known for his strong political influence and mass connect, Pawar was considered one of the most powerful and experienced leaders in state politics. His sudden demise has left supporters, party workers, and political leaders deeply shaken.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar passes away after plane crash lands in Baramati
Senior Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut expressed his condolences and described the incident as a “black day for Maharashtra politics.” He said that Maharashtra’s political landscape would feel incomplete without Ajit Pawar’s presence and leadership.
Sad News | Baramati: A plane reportedly crash-landed in Baramati with Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar onboard, along with security personnel and crew. As per initial reports, all those on board are reported dead.
— Dynamite News (@DynamiteNews_) January 28, 2026
Recalling the emotional moments after the crash, Raut said that everyone was praying for Ajit Pawar’s safe return. He highlighted Pawar’s personality, describing him as warm-hearted, approachable, and deeply loved by party workers across ranks. According to Raut, Pawar’s bond with grassroots workers made him stand apart from many other leaders.
Ajit Pawar dead after plane crash
Raut further stated that the loss is not just personal or political but a tragedy for the entire state. He said that Maharashtra is experiencing an overwhelming sense of sorrow, as Ajit Pawar played a key role in shaping the state’s politics over several decades.
The incident has united leaders across party lines in grief, with many calling Ajit Pawar’s death an irreparable loss to Maharashtra’s political and public life.
