Four people, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, are feared dead after a chartered aircraft crash-landed in Baramati on Wednesday.
New Delhi: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has died in a tragic plane crash in Baramati, Pune district, on Wednesday morning. According to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), all six people on board the chartered aircraft were killed in the accident, which happened while the plane was attempting to land.
The incident has sent shockwaves across the political world and the country. Tributes are pouring in for Ajit Pawar, a senior leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and one of Maharashtra’s most influential politicians.
Incident Details
The crash involved a chartered Learjet aircraft that was flying Ajit Pawar from Mumbai to Baramati, his political stronghold. As per initial details, the plane tried to land at Baramati airport around 8:45 am IST. During the landing attempt, it lost control, went off the runway, crash-landed, and caught fire.
Visuals from the crash site show the aircraft broken into several pieces, with heavy flames and thick smoke rising from the wreckage. Ajit Pawar was travelling to Baramati to address public meetings ahead of the upcoming Zilla Parishad elections.
The aircraft was carrying six people, including Ajit Pawar, his security personnel, two pilots, and other crew members. Early reports had suggested that some passengers were injured in a crash landing. However, later updates from authorities confirmed that all six occupants died in the accident.
No Survivors Confirmed
The DGCA and other official sources have confirmed that there were no survivors. The bodies of all those on board were recovered from the crash site and taken to nearby hospitals for identification and post-mortem procedures. Authorities clarified that earlier reports about injuries were based on preliminary information and were later corrected as rescue teams assessed the situation.
Rescue Operations and Investigation
Emergency teams, including fire brigades, ambulances, and security forces, reached the spot immediately after the crash. Local residents also helped in the early rescue efforts. Firefighters worked to control the blaze and secure the area.
The DGCA has ordered a full investigation into the incident. Initial assessments suggest that the crash may have occurred due to problems during landing. Officials are examining possible reasons such as technical failure, weather conditions, or pilot error, though the exact cause has not yet been confirmed.
Political and Family Reactions
The news of Ajit Pawar’s death has led to widespread grief. His wife Sunetra Pawar and son Parth Pawar rushed to Baramati soon after the incident. His cousin and Baramati MP Supriya Sule is travelling to Maharashtra from Delhi.
Leaders from across political parties have expressed shock and sorrow, remembering Pawar’s major role in Maharashtra politics. The tragedy comes at a sensitive time, as the state prepares for local body elections, and is expected to have a significant impact on the NCP and the state’s political scene.
Background of Ajit Pawar
Ajit Pawar was a senior leader of the Nationalist Congress Party and served as Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister. He was known for his strong influence in Baramati and for playing a key role in state administration and politics. His death is being described as a major loss for the party and the region.
This is a developing story. More details are expected as the investigation continues. Authorities have urged people to rely only on official updates and avoid spreading unverified information.
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