The tragic plane crash near Baramati that claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has sent shockwaves across the nation, drawing heartfelt tributes from President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and leaders from Odisha.
President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu described the incident as “extremely tragic” and called Pawar’s demise “an irreparable loss.” She highlighted his significant contributions to Maharashtra’s development, particularly in the cooperative sector, and extended condolences to his family, supporters, and admirers.
महाराष्ट्र के बारामती में एक विमान दुर्घटना में महाराष्ट्र के उप मुख्यमंत्री, श्री अजित पवार समेत कई लोगों की मृत्यु का समाचार अत्यंत दुखद है। अजित पवार जी का असामयिक निधन एक अपूरणीय क्षति है। उन्हें महाराष्ट्र के विकास में, विशेषकर सहकारी क्षेत्र में, विशेष योगदान के लिए सदैव…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) January 28, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared his grief, calling Pawar “a leader of the people with a strong grassroots connect.” He praised Pawar’s administrative acumen and his dedication to empowering the poor and downtrodden. Modi described the accident as “very shocking and saddening” and prayed for strength for the bereaved families.
श्री अजित पवार जी हे जनतेशी घट्ट नाते असलेले, तळागाळाशी मजबूत नाळ असलेले लोकनेते होते. महाराष्ट्रातील जनतेच्या सेवेत सदैव अग्रभागी राहणारे एक मेहनती व्यक्तिमत्त्व म्हणून त्यांना व्यापक आदर होता. प्रशासकीय बाबींची त्यांना सखोल जाण होती. गरीब आणि वंचितांच्या सक्षमीकरणासाठीची… pic.twitter.com/Rn1E8OXQRm
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 28, 2026
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi termed Pawar’s death “extremely painful and heartbreaking.” He remembered him as a “dedicated public servant and a sharp political leader,” while offering prayers to Lord Jagannath for peace to the departed soul and strength to the grieving family.
विमान दुर्घटना में महाराष्ट्र के उपमुख्यमंत्री श्री अजित पवार जी के असामयिक निधन का समाचार अत्यंत दुःखद एवं मर्माहत करने वाला है।
श्री पवार जी एक प्रखर राजनेता तथा समर्पित जनसेवक थे।
इस गहन शोक की घड़ी में शोकसंतप्त परिजनों, सहयोगियों एवं महाराष्ट्र की जनता के प्रति अपनी… pic.twitter.com/I6ToFtA3Gc— Mohan Charan Majhi (@MohanMOdisha) January 28, 2026
Odisha Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik also expressed shock, writing that he was “deeply saddened” by the passing of Ajit Pawar and others in the crash. He extended heartfelt condolences to Pawar’s family, friends, and supporters.
Deeply shocked and saddened to learn about the passing away of #Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister #AjitPawar and co-passengers in the aircraft crash near #Baramati. Heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and supporters. Om Shanti
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) January 28, 2026
The tragic accident has drawn nationwide mourning, with leaders across political lines recognising Pawar’s legacy and service to Maharashtra.
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