SynopsisMaharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others died when a chartered Learjet 45 crashed while attempting to land at Baramati airport. An eyewitness described the aircraft appearing unstable during descent before it crash-landed and exploded. The seasoned politician, nephew of Sharad Pawar, had a long career in state politics.

Source: Economic Times January 28, 2026 15:14 UTC