According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, a Learjet 45 carrying Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed while landing at Baramati Airport. Poor visibility, a go-around and missed landing readback preceded the tragedy. AAIB is investigating.
Moments before the fatal crash near Baramati, the pilot told ATC the runway was visible. So no SOS was sent, and seconds later the aircraft went down in flames, killing all five on board. What happened during those final moments is now under investigation.
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.
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