LG Manoj Sinha Pays Tribute to Ajit Pawar, Hails His Service to Maharashtra
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor expresses grief over Deputy CM’s untimely death in Baramati plane crash
JAMMU, Jan 28: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed profound grief over the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash near Baramati, Pune, on Wednesday.
In a statement posted on X, the L-G said, “It is with shock and deep sadness that I learnt about the untimely demise of Shri Ajit Pawar Ji. He was a widely respected leader, committed to the welfare of the people, and served Maharashtra with distinction. My heartfelt condolences to his family and admirers.”
Pawar, 66, was among five people who lost their lives when a private aircraft carrying them crashed while attempting to land. The NCP leader was traveling from Mumbai to Baramati to address rallies ahead of the February 5 zilla parishad elections.
The incident has left political leaders and citizens across the country mourning the loss of a leader known for his administrative skills and dedication to public service.