Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar tragically lost his life in a private Learjet 45 crash near Baramati Airport on January 28, 2026. The aircraft, flying from Mumbai to Baramati for scheduled political events, attempted an emergency landing in poor visibility conditions, but crashed on approach, killing all five on board, including security personnel and the flight crew. Early reports suggest technical issues, weather challenges, and landing complications over hilly terrain as possible factors. The DGCA investigation and black box recovery are underway to determine the exact cause. Maharashtra and the nation are in shock as leaders and citizens mourn the loss of a veteran political leader, with major implications for upcoming elections and the state’s political landscape. Watch this video for eyewitness accounts, crash site visuals, and the latest updates on what led to this tragedy. #ajitpawar #planecrash #baramaticrash #maharashtranews #breakingnews #learjet45crash #dgcainvestigation #emergencylanding #politicalnewsindia #aviationaccident #ajitpawardeath #maharashtrapolitics #ajitpawar2026 #indianpolitics #baramatiairportcrash #latestupdates News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube