Maharashtra

The tragic death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash has left Baramati and the entire state in shock. Known affectionately as ‘Dada,’ Ajit Pawar was a towering figure in Maharashtra politics and had embarked on a journey from Mumbai to Baramati when his plane crashed before it could safely land. Final Public Engagements In the wake of setbacks in the municipal elections, Ajit Pawar was actively working to consolidate the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). On 17 January, he attended an agricultural exhibition in Baramati, accompanied by his uncle Sharad Pawar and senior party leader Supriya Sule. Photographs from the event captured warm interactions, reflecting his close ties with party members and supporters. Earlier, on 26 January, he served as the Chi...

The tragic plane crash in Baramati, Pune district, has shaken Maharashtra. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, along with four others, lost their lives in the accident, creating widespread shock. Investigating agencies are working to determine the cause of the crash. Victims on Board The Learjet 45 aircraft, which took off at approximately 8:10 AM on Wednesday, crashed while attempting to land at the narrow runway of Baramati Airport. All five people on board perished after the plane caught fire. Initial reports suggest a possible technical fault may have contributed to the crash. The full list of victims: | Name | Position || Ajit Pawar | Deputy Chief Minister || Captain Sumit Kapoor | Pilot-in-Command || Captain Shambhavi Pathak | Co-Pilot || Vidip Jadhav | Personal Assistant (...

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, along with four others, tragically lost their lives in a plane crash at Baramati Airport. The Learjet 45 aircraft, registration VT-SSK, was attempting to land when the accident occurred. A State Shaken by Tragedy The shocking news of Ajit Pawar’s demise sent waves of grief across Maharashtra on Wednesday morning. Fondly known as ‘Dada,’ Pawar was a highly influential figure in state politics, recognized for his administrative acumen, candid speeches, and pivotal role in shaping Maharashtra’s political landscape. Eyewitnesses Describe the Horror Local witnesses at the scene recounted the terrifying moments leading up to the crash. One eyewitness said:"I saw everything with my own eyes. It was extremely painful. As the plane descended...

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar passed away in a plane crash on Wednesday morning near Baramati in Pune district. He was traveling to attend a public rally. Tragically, all passengers on board the aircraft lost their lives. Final Post Before the Tragedy Shortly before the accident, Ajit Pawar shared a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, paying tribute to the great freedom fighter Lala Lajpat Rai on his birth anniversary. In the post, Pawar wrote: "On the birth anniversary of the eminent freedom fighter and 'Punjab Kesari' Lala Lajpat Rai, who sacrificed his all for the nation’s independence, I offer my humble tribute. His patriotism will continue to inspire us. Lala Lajpat Rai passed away in October 1928 from severe injuries sustained during a police baton charg...

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has tragically passed away in a plane crash. His last public appearance was alongside Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at a Cabinet Infrastructure Committee meeting, where several major development projects received approval. Final Meeting Before Tragedy Pawar was traveling to Baramati to attend an official event when the plane crash occurred, claiming the lives of all on board. A day before this ill-fated trip, he had attended a Mumbai-based government meeting focusing on ongoing and upcoming infrastructure initiatives. A photograph from this session, later shared on social media by the Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Office and reposted by Ajit Pawar himself, now stands as a poignant reminder of his last official engagement. Approvals fo...

Bal Thackeray, the towering figure of Maharashtra politics, built the Shiv Sena brand over six decades, commanding Mumbai’s political landscape with unmatched authority. Even Bollywood’s biggest stars—Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan—stood in awe of his influence during the historic 1986 film industry strike, when Thackeray threatened a state-wide bandh to protect cinema workers’ rights, forcing the Congress government to back down. Thackeray’s charisma extended beyond politics; he was regarded as a “political justice” in Mumbai, where businessmen, unions, and ordinary citizens sought his intervention. Despite internal party dissent over the years, from leaders like Chhagan Bhujbal and Narayan Rane to Raj Thackeray, the Shiv Sena founder maintained control, never compromising h...

Mumbai/Thane: BJP leader and Maharashtra minister Ganesh Naik issued a sharp warning aimed at Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, without naming him directly. Speaking in Thane, Naik said that if the BJP leadership allowed him to operate freely, the political existence of the Shiv Sena chief could be completely wiped out. The statement comes amid a long-standing rivalry between Naik and Shinde over political influence in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, particularly in Navi Mumbai, Thane, and Kalyan-Dombivli. Naik’s remarks follow recent municipal election results, where he expressed dissatisfaction with the Mahayuti alliance’s strategy. Where and How It Was SaidNaik made these comments while visiting a Ganesh Mandal in Thane, considered a stronghold of Shinde. He said: “If BJP p...