Ajit Pawar Death: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s plane has been involved in a horrific accident. Today, Ajit Pawar had 5-6 meetings scheduled in Baramati for the district council and panchayat committee elections. It is reported that his plane crashed while he was en route to these meetings. Meanwhile, a shocking video of the aftermath of the plane crash has emerged, showing the aircraft destroyed.
This is considered a major blow to the Pawar family and their supporters, and his absence will be deeply felt. Five other people who were on board the chartered plane also died. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and many other prominent leaders across the country have expressed their grief over his sudden demise.
PM Modi expresses grief over Ajit Pawar’s death.
महाराष्ट्र के उप मुख्यमंत्री श्री अजीत पवार जी का विमान दुर्घटना में निधन, अत्यंत दुःखद है!
ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्मा को शांति प्रदान करें तथा शोक-संतप्त परिजनों को यह अथाह दुःख सहन करने की शक्ति प्रदान करें।
ॐ शांति। pic.twitter.com/SmJxstrESC
— Narendra Modi ᴾᵃʳᵒᵈʸ (@INamoAgain) January 28, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the death of Ajit Pawar, considered a political stalwart in Maharashtra, in a plane crash. PM Modi said he was deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Baramati, Maharashtra. My condolences are with those who have lost their loved ones in this accident.
I pray that the bereaved families find strength and courage during this difficult time. Sharing a picture with Ajit Pawar, PM Modi said, “Ajit Pawar was a people’s leader with a strong connection to the grassroots. He was highly respected as a hardworking individual who was always at the forefront of serving the people of Maharashtra.
PM Modi further wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that his understanding of administrative matters and his passion for empowering the poor and backward sections of society were also commendable. His untimely demise is very shocking and saddening. My condolences to his family and countless admirers.
Rahul Gandhi expressed his sorrow.
महाराष्ट्र के उप मुख्यमंत्री श्री अजित पवार जी और उनके सहयात्रियों की आज हवाई जहाज दुर्घटना में निधन का समाचार अत्यंत पीड़ादायक है।
इस शोक के पल में महाराष्ट्र की जनता के साथ हूं। समस्त पवार परिवार और प्रियजनों को इस दुख की घड़ी में अपनी संवेदनाएं व्यक्त करता हूं।
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) January 28, 2026
Amit Shah also expresses grief
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has also expressed his grief over the sudden demise of Ajit Pawar. He posted on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and our senior NDA colleague, Ajit Pawar ji. May God grant peace to his soul and strength to his family to bear this loss.
https://twitter.com/AmitShah/status/2016380010664493503
SP chief also expresses grief.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has expressed grief over Ajit Pawar’s death in a plane crash. Akhilesh Yadav wrote in a social media post, “The death of Maharashtra Deputy CM Shri Ajit Pawar ji in a plane crash is extremely saddening. May God rest his soul in peace. Deepest condolences to the bereaved family. Heartfelt tribute.”
https://twitter.com/yadavakhilesh/status/2016377972559958251