Jai Pawar, son of former Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, has shared a video on the social media platform Instagram. In this he has written that I have lost my father. This pain will remain with me throughout my life. Jai Pawar further wrote that in this video, VSR owner Rohit Singh is seen sleeping on the chief pilot’s seat during the flight. Such carelessness cannot be tolerated while living in the sky. This is a very serious and shocking matter.

He wrote, “I strongly demand from DGCA that strict action should be taken immediately in this matter. Till the complete investigation, all VSR flights should be immediately grounded and Rohit Singh should be immediately arrested and strict legal action should be taken against him. This is the call of a son. This is a cry for my father and for the safety of every passenger.

DGCA had grounded 4 VSR planes

Earlier, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) grounded four planes of the fleet of VSR Ventures Private Limited. This decision has been taken due to violations of several rules revealed in the special safety audit conducted after the Learjet 45 crash that took place in Baramati, Maharashtra on January 28. State Deputy CM Ajit Pawar had died in this crash.

What did DGCA say in the statement?

“Following the crash of Learjet 45 aircraft (VT-SSK) of M/s VSR Ventures Pvt Ltd at Baramati on 28 January 2026, DGCA ordered a special safety audit of the organisation. The multi-disciplinary audit team conducted a series of audits of the organization’s compliance with approved procedures in the areas of airworthiness, air safety and flight operations,” the DGCA statement said. Bar did not comply.”

Grounding in view of deficiencies in maintenance procedures

In view of the non-compliance of orders and deficiencies in maintenance procedures, the DGCA has decided to initiate corrective measures by immediately grounding Learjet 40/45 aircraft with registrations VT-VRA, VT-VRS, VT-VRV and VT-TRI until the airworthiness standards are rectified, the statement said.

It further states that Deficiency Reporting Forms have been issued to M/s VSR Ventures Private Limited in the mentioned areas so that Root Cause Analysis on non-compliance can be submitted for further assessment by DGCA.

Sharad Pawar faction leader Rohit Pawar has once again demanded a fair and transparent investigation into Ajit Pawar’s plane crash. He said that many doubts are being raised regarding Ajit Dada’s plane crash. It is very important to have a fair and transparent investigation into this accident without any kind of interference, but at present this does not seem to be happening.

He said that Lok Sabha MPs Supriya Sule and Amol Kolhe will raise their voice on this issue. Senior leader and Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has also been requested to raise this issue in the Rajya Sabha. A detailed letter has also been handed over to him in this regard. Many important aspects related to the accident were discussed in detail.

Demand for resignation from Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar is continuously demanding the resignation of Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu. He says that he should resign until the investigation is completed. He claims that an attempt was made to save the company ‘VSR’ which was involved in the fatal plane crash on January 28.

Due to negligence we lost a big leader – Rohit Pawar

Speaking to the media on Wednesday (February 25) at the Vidhan Bhawan complex in Mumbai, Rohit Pawar raised questions on the time limit in the investigation process and the reports. He said that on the day of the accident, when Ajit Pawar’s body was kept in the hospital for postmortem, at 1:36 pm the DGCA released the initial report. Rohit Pawar says that due to negligence we lost a big leader. He was not just the Deputy CM, but the Chief Minister of the hearts of the people.

Plane accident happened in Baramati on 28th January

Let us tell you that on January 28, 2026, NCP leader Ajit Pawar died in the Baramati plane crash. He was going to Baramati to campaign for the Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections on January 28, when the plane met with an accident while landing on the runway. Apart from Ajit, four other people also lost their lives in this accident.

Former Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash. After his demise, there is continuous political turmoil in the state regarding the death. After his death, discussions are intense regarding the phone conversation of NCP leader Praful Patel. Once again Praful Patel has reacted.

Speaking to the media in Bhandara, Maharashtra, Praful Patel said that people may not know this, that is why I am clarifying again and again that some people have spread false propaganda about the last phone call between Ajit Dada and me. I called him from Delhi from my mobile. I did not even know in which city Ajit Dada was at that time.

What did Praful Patel talk to Ajit Pawar on phone?

Prafull Patel further said that my only aim was to draw the attention of the farmers of East Vidarbha to the fact that the payment for government paddy purchase is pending for a long time. Many days had passed, so I requested him to release the outstanding payment to the farmers as soon as possible.

I don’t know what action he took after this. Some people are saying that this call was regarding the file of Rice Mill, but this is completely wrong. It was my responsibility and duty as a public representative to raise the issue of farmers and call the Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister of the state. I did the same.

What did Praful Patel say on the allegations?

It is very unfortunate to spread such allegations and misconceptions that there was any delay or any other issue because of my phone. This accident is a big loss for Maharashtra and the country. This is a deep shock. But the call I made was for the work of common people and farmers. It is extremely regrettable to spread false propaganda on this matter.

He further said that I am not aware of anything else, so I will not comment on it. Whatever the truth is, it should come out. The investigation should be complete and impartial. Maharashtra and the country have the right to know what really happened.

‘Maharashtra is a big loss due to Ajit Dada’s departure’

Prafull Patel said that the family has not only suffered a loss, but Maharashtra and the country have also suffered a great loss due to Ajit Dada’s demise. Therefore the whole truth must come out. We will continue to follow up on this matter with the government and relevant agencies.

He further said that some people are spreading unnecessary propaganda. On the same day the accident occurred, the Union Civil Aviation Minister had reached Baramati and had given instructions for Aircraft Accident Investigation. A few days later, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra also announced a CID investigation. Both the agencies were working.

He said that despite this we felt that it was possible that some external or big agency might have a role in this, or some other state or foreign element might be involved. That’s why we have demanded a CBI inquiry.

This information was given regarding the election of the party’s national president.

Regarding the election of NCP Ajit Pawar as the national president, he said that on February 26, we will formally declare Sunetra Pawar as the national president. After this, appointments and selections related to Rajya Sabha will be considered further.

The opposition is calling Ajit Pawar’s death in a plane crash in Baramati, Maharashtra a conspiracy. NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar recently raised many questions in the press conference regarding Ajit Pawar’s plane crash and called it a possible conspiracy. After which now Rohit Pawar has sought solution to all his doubts through a post.

He wrote in the post that in this accident (Baramati plane accident) I have lost my uncle and Maharashtra has lost a leader. Therefore, all our doubts should have solutions; Until then, we will continue to pursue this matter.

Rohit Pawar tweeted that he, along with Maharashtra, has presented a detailed presentation on Ajitdada’s plane crash. According to him, these are not just questions raised in the air, but every point has a solid basis. He has appealed to the media to watch and download the complete presentation through the link, while also expressing hope for a positive response from the investigating agencies of the state and center.

Fear of conspiracy and new claims

In the press conference held yesterday, Rohit Pawar had termed Ajit Pawar’s death as a conspiracy. He said that it is written in a book that if you want to kill a person, the easiest way is to target his driver. In this context, he pointed towards some facts related to the accident.

According to Rohit Pawar, a day before the accident, Ajit Dada was to come from Mumbai to Pune by car and the convoy had also left. But why suddenly he did not travel by car is a big question. He also claimed that Ajit Dada was going to meet a big leader.

Opposition’s allegations and differences in the party

After the death of Ajit Pawar, the opposition is continuously raising questions. The opposition says that discussions were going on for the merger of NCP and the plane crash that happened at such a time raises doubts. For this reason, the political debate on the entire incident has intensified. Although Sharad Pawar has already called it an accident, but now his own party leaders are raising serious questions. Due to this, the situation of differences within the party is also coming to the fore.

Late Ajit Pawar, former Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, was keen to unite both the factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and his wish was soon going to be fulfilled. This claim has been made by his close associate Kiran Gujar.

Kiran Gujar, who was associated with Ajit Pawar since the mid-1980s, said that Pawar had discussed this topic in detail with him just 5 days before the plane crash. According to Gujar, Ajit Pawar was very excited about the merger of both the factions.

Gujar said, “He was very keen on the merger of the two factions. He told me five days ago that the process has been completed and the merger is going to happen in the next few days.” According to him, Ajit Pawar seemed completely confident about this issue and considered it in the interest of the party and the state.

Positive conversation with Sharad Pawar

Kiran Gujar told that Ajit Pawar was having positive talks with Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule and other leaders. There were indications that Sharad Pawar may also support this step.

Electoral alliance raised hopes

In the recently held municipal elections, NCP and NCP (Sharad Pawar) contested together in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Apart from this, it was also decided to maintain the alliance for the Zilla Parishad elections to be held next month. This further increased the closeness between the two groups.

Roadmap ready for the future

According to Gujar, Ajit Pawar had a clear roadmap for the future of the United Nationalist Congress Party to be formed after the merger. He believed that only by uniting can work be done effectively for the betterment of Baramati and entire Maharashtra.

dream broken by tragedy

Kiran Gujar lamented, “Many positive possibilities were emerging, but this tragedy took away Ajit Dada from us. Now after his death, it has become even more imperative that both the groups come together and work for the betterment of Baramati and the state.”

A big claim is being made by NCP regarding the departments of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The possibility of a letter from the party to the state Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is being expressed. There is a possibility of a letter being given to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding who should be handed over the portfolios held by Ajit Pawar.

These accounts belong to the Nationalist Congress Party, hence only the Nationalist Congress Party should get these accounts. A letter regarding this demand will be submitted by the party on Friday (January 30). Let us tell you that Ajit Pawar currently had the responsibility of Sports, State Excise and Finance Department.

Demand to give place to Ajit Pawar’s wife in the cabinet

A day after the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, his Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders have raised the demand for a berth in the state cabinet for his wife Sunetra. At the same time, the opposition Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) has indicated that it will welcome efforts to merge the rival factions.

NCP leaders also suggested that Sunetra Pawar should come forward and lead the party. Ajit Pawar’s NCP is part of the ruling Mahayuti alliance in the state which also includes the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.

Ajit Pawar dies in plane crash

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in the Baramati plane crash on Wednesday (January 28). Four more people also died along with him. On Thursday (January 29), Ajit Pawar was cremated with Hindu rituals. During this, his party leaders bid their last farewell to their leader with tearful eyes.

After the demise of Ajit Pawar, demands have started regarding the posts of his Deputy Chief Minister and Cabinet. Those posts should be filled by party leaders from the account of Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar). It is expected that a letter will be written to the CM for this.

In Maharashtra politics, Ajit Pawar’s name has always been known for his powerful decisions and sudden political twists. A strange coincidence in his life was also discussed, ‘666 Connection’. Ajit Pawar was 66 years old and the special thing was that he had celebrated his 66th birthday just 6 months and 6 days before his death. Talks of coincidences are not new in politics, but this time this discussion reveals layers of his life and career.

Became Deputy CM 6 times, but CM’s chair remained away

Becoming the Chief Minister was always a dream for Ajit Pawar, who served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra six times. He died in a tragic plane crash on Wednesday and this dream remained unfulfilled. Ajit Pawar, known for his down to earth and candor, traveled a long way in the corridors of power, but could not reach the top position.

From 2010 to 2024, the ups and downs journey of Deputy CM

Ajit Pawar became the Deputy Chief Minister for the first time on 10 November 2010 in the Prithviraj Chavan government. He had to step down after about 22 months, but his return to politics was swift. He returned to the same post on 25 October 2012. In 2019, he served as Deputy CM for just 80 hours in the Devendra Fadnavis government, which is counted among the most dramatic chapters of Maharashtra politics. Later he remained in power with Uddhav Thackeray.

On July 2, 2023, when he joined NDA during the Eknath Shinde government, he also became the Deputy CM. From December 5, 2024, he was again holding the same post in the Fadnavis government. In this way, he became Deputy CM a total of 6 times.

After the ‘acrobatics’ of 2019, Devendra Fadnavis did not completely trust Ajit Pawar. But Eknath Shinde needed Ajit Pawar to balance power. This was the reason why keeping them together became a political compulsion.

Coincidence or fate?

There may be intense discussions regarding ‘666 connection’, but it is just a coincidence. The reality is that Ajit Pawar left a deep mark on the politics of Maharashtra. Became Deputy CM 6 times, took decisions, faced controversies but his dream of becoming Chief Minister remained unfulfilled.

Live video of the plane crash in Baramati has surfaced. It can be seen in this video that the plane has crashed within a few seconds. This video has revealed the scene of the plane crash. The entire incident of the plane falling has been captured in the CCTV of Gojubaavi Grampanchayat of Baramati.

Let us tell you that before crashing in Baramati, Pune on Wednesday morning, Ajit Pawar’s plane appeared to be “a little unstable in the air” and exploded as soon as it hit the ground. Another person who witnessed the incident said that after the accident the plane was engulfed in flames and after this there were four to five consecutive explosions.

New CCTV footage of Baramati plane crash has surfaced, the plane was seen losing control and falling rapidly on the ground! The entire frightening scene was recorded in the CCTV camera of Gojubaavi Grampanchayat of Baramati!#AjitPawarPlaneCrash #MaharashtraPolitics #PlaneCrash #ABPNews pic.twitter.com/Wkbw5tImXL

— ABP News (@ABPNews) January 28, 2026

According to officials, the plane carrying Pawar (66) and four other people crashed at Baramati airport at 8.50 am. All five people on board the plane died in this accident. The woman told that she had seen the plane circling above Baramati airport in the morning.

The sound of the explosion reached our homes far away – eyewitness

The woman said, “The plane circled in the air, it looked a bit unstable. As the plane was moving towards the runway for landing, it hit the ground hard and exploded. There was a loud bang, which was heard till our house.”

There were 5 consecutive explosions – eyewitnesses

“The way the plane was coming down, we thought it was going to crash. It was about 100 feet above the runway. As we ran towards the plane, we saw flames followed by four to five explosions in a row, which forced us not to go near the plane,” he told reporters. He said, “The fire was very severe. Later we came to know that Pawar was on board the plane. It was shocking for us.”

Another eyewitness, Pramod Madurikar, said that immediately after the accident, the bodies were identified and sent in ambulances, while fire department personnel reached the spot almost immediately to help in rescue and emergency operations.

Many big political leaders and famous personalities have lost their lives in plane and helicopter accidents that happen from time to time in India. The latest case is of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. These incidents not only shook the country but also raised questions on the security system. Let us take a look at such big accidents, in chronological order, in which the country lost its important faces.

January 2026: Ajit Pawar
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar passed away at the age of 66. His chartered plane crashed while landing at Baramati airport at 8:45 am on Wednesday. A total of 5 people including Ajit Pawar died in this accident. Pawar was going to Baramati to campaign for Panchayat elections. According to Maharashtra Aviation Department, for the first time during landing, the runway was not clearly visible, after which the pilot lifted the plane again. At that time the visibility was said to be around 2000 meters.

June 2025: Vijay Rupani
The Air India plane crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad. 241 people died in this accident, which included former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.

March 2022: G. S. Balyogi
The then Lok Sabha Speaker and senior Telugu Desam Party leader G. S. Balayogi died in a helicopter accident in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh.

December 2021: General Bipin Rawat
India’s first Chief of Defense Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat died in a helicopter crash in Tamil Nadu on 8 December 2021. Many other people including his wife also died in this accident.

April 2011: Dorji Khandu
Dorji Khandu, the then Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, died in a Pawan Hans helicopter crash in a remote area near the China border.

September 2009: Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy
Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Y. popularly known as YSR. S. Rajasekhara Reddy lost his life in a helicopter crash in the Nallamala hills.

March 2005: OP Jindal
Industrialist and Haryana Energy Minister OP Jindal died in a helicopter crash in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Former Union Minister Surendra Singh was also killed in this accident.

September 2004: Cyprian Sangma
Meghalaya Rural Development Minister Cyprian Sangma and 9 others died in the Pawan Hans helicopter crash. This accident happened near Barpani Lake near Shillong.

April 2004: Soundarya
Famous actress of South Indian films K. S. Saumya, known as Soundarya, died in a plane crash on 17 April 2004.

September 2001: Madhavrao Scindia
Veteran Congress leader Madhavrao Scindia died in a chartered plane crash in Bhogaon in Mainpuri district of Uttar Pradesh. He was going to address a rally in Kanpur.

June 1980: Sanjay Gandhi
Sanjay Gandhi, son of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, died in a plane crash in Delhi. He was considered the emerging face of politics at that time.