Mumbai, Jan 28, KNT: A plane carrying Ajit Pawar, senior NCP leader and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, crashed on Wednesday morning while attempting to land at Baramati airport in Pune district, triggering a major emergency response.
According to confirmed reports, the incident occurred during the landing phase when the privately operated chartered aircraft met with an accident on the runway. Pawar sustained injuries in the crash and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. His condition is reported to be stable, though doctors are continuing to monitor him closely.
Visuals from the site showed the aircraft badly damaged, with debris scattered across the area. Emergency services, including fire tenders, medical teams, and local administration officials, were rushed to the spot soon after the incident to control the situation and assist those on board.
Sources said the aircraft was carrying Ajit Pawar along with three other passengers at the time of the crash. The condition of the remaining occupants was not immediately known, and officials said a detailed medical assessment is underway.
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Senior state officials and aviation authorities reached Baramati airport to assess the circumstances leading to the accident. An inquiry has been initiated to determine whether technical failure or adverse landing conditions caused the crash.
The incident has sent shockwaves across Maharashtra’s political circles, with leaders from across party lines expressing concern over Pawar’s health and wishing him a speedy recovery. Further official updates are awaited. [KNT]
