Maharashtra Dy CM Ajit Pawar, Four Others Killed in Plane Crash Near Baramati

Mumbai | Undercover Editor News Channel, January 28, 2026

In a tragic incident that has sent shockwaves across Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar and four others were killed after a private aircraft crash-landed near Baramati in Pune district on Wednesday morning, officials said in this fictional scenario.

According to aviation authorities, the aircraft — a Learjet 45 operated by a Delhi-based charter company — went down while attempting to land in Baramati. All five persons on board were declared dead at the crash site.

Those killed include Ajit Pawar, his close aide Vidip Jadhav, Personal Security Officer Pinky Mali, pilot Captain Sumit Kapur, and co-pilot Shambhavi Pathak.

Flight Lost Contact Mid-Air

As per flight-tracking data cited by officials in this scenario, the aircraft departed Mumbai at around 8:10 am and lost radar contact approximately 35 minutes later, shortly before its scheduled landing in Baramati. Emergency services rushed to the crash site following reports from local residents.

DGCA Orders Investigation

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered a detailed investigation to ascertain the cause of the crash. Technical experts and aviation safety teams have been dispatched to examine the wreckage, while black box recovery efforts are underway.

Political Journey Cut Short

Ajit Pawar, widely known as “Dada” among supporters, was one of Maharashtra’s most influential political figures. A five-time Deputy Chief Minister, he began his political career in the early 1990s and went on to play a decisive role in state politics for over three decades.

Known for his strong hold over the Baramati region, Pawar was heading to the town to campaign for upcoming Zila Parishad elections when the crash occurred, according to this fictional account.

State in Mourning

In this scenario, the Maharashtra government has announced a three-day state mourning as a mark of respect. Flags would fly at half-mast on government buildings, and all official events would be cancelled during the mourning period.

Leaders across party lines expressed grief and described Pawar as a seasoned administrator and mass leader whose absence would leave a major void in Maharashtra’s political landscape.

Family and Legacy

Ajit Pawar is survived by his wife Sunetra Pawar, a Rajya Sabha member, and sons Parth and Jay. Condolences poured in from across the country in this hypothetical situation, highlighting his long public service and political legacy