Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Ajit Pawar Cremated Amid Nationwide Mourning
Ajit Pawar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, died in a plane crash.
His funeral was held in Baramati with many important people attending.
The government is investigating the crash to find out what happened.
They have found the black box from the plane and are studying it.
Some people spread false information about the pilot, but the government said it was not true.
The investigation is being done carefully and quickly to prevent similar accidents in the future.
Some people are asking for a more open investigation to make sure everything is clear.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was cremated with full state honors in Baramati on January 29, 2026.
Thousands of supporters and political leaders attended the funeral, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
The Aircraft Accidents Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has recovered the black box and is conducting a thorough investigation into the crash.
The pilot, Captain Sumit Kapoor, had over 15,000 flying hours but had past alcohol violations.
The Maharashtra government debunked a fake photo of the pilot circulating on social media.
- Who
- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and other dignitaries
- What
- The cremation of Ajit Pawar and the investigation into the plane crash
- When
- January 29, 2026
- Where
- Baramati, Maharashtra
- Why
- To pay final respects and determine the cause of the crash
Shiv Sena (UBT)
BJP Government
Investigation Transparency
Shiv Sena (UBT)
Demands a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the plane crash, questioning the DGCA's effectiveness and calling for public disclosure of findings.
BJP Government
No direct response provided, but the government is conducting an investigation through the AAIB.
- Date of Cremation
- January 29, 2026
- Location of Cremation
- Vidya Pratishthan ground, Baramati
- Notable Attendees
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, NCP Chief Sharad Pawar, and other political leaders
- Time of Cremation
- Around 12:15 PM
- Black Box Status
- Recovered and secured for forensic examination
- Investigation Agency
- Aircraft Accidents Investigation Bureau (AAIB)
- Pilot's Experience
- Over 15,000 flying hours, but with past alcohol violations
- Misinformation Clarification
- DGIPR debunked a fake photo of the pilot
- Aircraft Model
- Learjet 45 (VT-SSK)
- Last Known Location Before Crash
- Surat International Airport
Sources
‘Black Box Secured, AAIB Probe Underway’: Aviation Minister Promises Fadnavis ‘Time-Bound’ Probe Into Baramati Crash
Ajit Pawar Plane Tragedy: Viral Photo Of Baramati Crash Pilot Debunked As Fake, DGIPR Issues Fact Check Clarification
Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: Centre Responds To CM Devendra Fadnavis, Civil Aviation Ministry Assures Time-Bound & Transparent Investigation
Leaders and dignitaries pay final respects to Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in Baramati
Ajit Pawar cremated with full state honours as Baramati bids him a tearful farewell: ‘Never thought we’d see him like this’
Baramati plane crash: Probe being conducted on timeline-based approach: Union Minister
‘Deeply saddened’: Bombardier responds after Learjet crash kills Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar
Baramati plane crash: Cooperation from Maharashtra govt will be valuable for probe, says Civil Aviation Minister
Centre assures Maharashtra of time-bound probe into Baramati crash
Police ground 4 drones spotted flying sans nod at Ajit Pawar’s funeral site
Time-bound completion of plane crash probe: Naidu
Sena UBT demands a transparent probe into Ajit Pawar’s death, slams BJP for newspaper ads
Aircraft carrying Ajit Pawar that crashed at Baramati landed at Surat airport on Jan 25, 26
Black box recovered
Congress leader, Sena echo Mamata Banerjee raise questions about Ajit Pawar’s plane crash
