Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:04am on 28 Jan 2026,Wednesday India
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed profound grief over Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's death in the Baramati plane crash, stating he is "deeply shocked and pained" by the tragedy. Singh praised Pawar's lifelong commitment to Maharashtra's development and prosperity, highlighting his compassion for people and unwavering dedication to public service. The defence minister extended heartfelt condolences to Pawar's family, well-wishers, and admirers. The 66-year-old NCP leader died when his chartered Learjet crashed during landing at Baramati airport, killing all six aboard including security personnel and crew. Political leaders across India have mourned the loss of the prominent politician.
