The Maharashtra government has announced full state honours for the last rites of Ajit Pawar, who passed away following a tragic plane crash near Baramati while on official political travel. Several senior political leaders from across parties are expected to attend, along with family members, party workers, and supporters.  

Maharashtra and the entire nation are in mourning as Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, popularly known as “Ladka Ajit Dada,” tragically lost his life in a devastating air crash. The sudden passing of the senior NCP leader has sent shockwaves across Indian politics, leaving allies and opposition parties in deep grief. PM Narendra Modi expressed his profound sorrow, remembering Ajit Pawar as a people’s leader with a strong connection to the grassroots and unwavering public commitment. Political leaders like Devendra Fadnavis, Sanjay Raut, Home Minister Amit Shah and others have also conveyed condolences, highlighting the unprecedented loss to Maharashtra’s political and social landscape. WATCH