1 / 7“Shri Ajit Pawar Ji was a prominent leader who connected deeply with the grassroots. Known for his diligence, he dedicated himself to the welfare of the people of Maharashtra. His administrative insight and commitment to uplifting the underprivileged were commendable. His unexpected passing is truly distressing. My condolences to his family and numerous admirers. Om Shanti,” stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi. File photo dated Tuesday, July 1, 2025. (PTI Photo)
2 / 7Ajit Pawar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, tragically passed away when his VTSSK Learjet 45 crashed in Baramati district on Wednesday. There were five individuals on board, including three passengers, one pilot, and one crew member. PTI Photo: Recovery operations in progress at the crash site.
3 / 7A significant yet polarizing figure in Maharashtra’s political scene for almost four decades, Ajit Pawar’s electoral success in the Baramati assembly constituency has consistently grown since he first ran in 1991, across various coalition changes.
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4 / 7Anil Deshmukh, former Home Minister of Maharashtra and member of the opposing NCP-SP, was visibly shaken when asked about the tragic passing of a colleague. NCP working president Praful Patel, NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule, and Ajit Pawar’s family—including wife Sunetra Pawar and son Parth Pawar—are traveling from Delhi to Baramati (Maharashtra). FILE PHOTO: Pawar addressing a press conference in Mumbai, dated Monday, May 27, 2024. (PTI Photo/Shashank Parade)
5 / 7“Ajit Pawar was undeniably a vibrant leader. Despite being part of various controversies, he stood tall as a young influential figure in Maharashtra—one in whom the public placed great trust and expectations for even greater achievements. It’s tragic to see a political figure leave us, reminiscent of the likes of Madhavrao Scindia and Rajesh Pilot,” commented former Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan. Image source; PTI
(Photo Credit : Ajit Pawar’s plane crashes in Maharashtra’s Baramati)
6 / 7“The news of Shri Ajit Pawar’s tragic accident is deeply saddening and disheartening. It is a premature loss for a leader who showcased immense potential for continued political influence. The profound sorrow felt by his family during this trying time is beyond words. I express my heartfelt sympathies to the entire Pawar family, his supporters, and admirers. Throughout various roles, Shri Ajit Pawar has made noteworthy contributions to Maharashtra and will be remembered for his sincere commitment to his constituents. May his soul find peace,” remarked Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha.
7 / 7“The developments ahead will be intriguing. Ajit Pawar faced some tensions with the BJP during the BMC elections, and his political future was a topic of discussion. However, in the wake of his passing, it seems likely that the NCP or the Ajit Pawar faction may not maintain their current course. It might revert back to being Sharad Pawar’s party entirely. Personally, I’m still coming to grips with the news of Ajit Pawar’s death, rather than analyzing its repercussions,” stated senior journalist Sanjeev Srivastava. (PTI Photo)
