Jharkhand’s Chief Minister Hemant Soren has voiced deep sorrow following the catastrophic plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and fellow occupants in Baramati. In a Wednesday post on X, Soren lamented the ‘extremely heart-rending’ news, calling Pawar’s death an ‘irreplaceable setback’ for Maharashtra’s political arena.
The accident unfolded tragically in Baramati, snuffing out lives in an instant and prompting an outpouring of grief from political circles. Soren’s words resonated widely: ‘Received the agonizing report of Dy CM Ajit Pawar’s abrupt demise in the plane crash—an immense loss.’
Pawar’s legacy is etched in Maharashtra’s cooperative sector, irrigation projects, and electoral strategies. As a multi-term Deputy CM, he balanced familial politics with state welfare, championing farmers’ causes in drought-prone areas. His passing disrupts ongoing policy implementations and party dynamics within NCP.
Invoking ‘Marang Buru’—a revered tribal deity—Soren prayed for the souls’ tranquility and fortitude for the mourning kin, loyalists, and supporters. ‘Grant peace to the departed Ajit and others; endow the sorrow-stricken families with strength to endure this dark hour,’ his message read.
This tragedy revives memories of past aviation disasters, urging stricter safety protocols. Eyewitnesses described a mid-air distress before the crash, with probes focusing on pilot error or technical glitches. Soren’s tribute fosters national unity in mourning, as leaders reflect on Pawar’s contributions to federalism and development. The incident leaves Maharashtra contemplating its future sans a towering figure.