Baramati | Breaking News:
Reports circulating across television channels and social media claim that Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was involved in a serious plane crash near Baramati on Tuesday morning. According to initial information, the aircraft had taken off from Mumbai and was attempting to land at Baramati airport when it reportedly met with an accident.
As per unverified reports, the plane lost control during landing and crashed in an open field near the airport, following which a massive fire broke out. Emergency services and rescue teams were rushed to the spot immediately after the incident. Visuals from the crash site indicate extensive damage to the aircraft, highlighting the severity of the accident.
Sources claim that six people were on board, including Ajit Pawar, his personal staff, and security personnel. Early reports suggested that some passengers were seriously injured and shifted to a nearby hospital. Later updates from local sources indicated critical conditions, though official confirmation is still awaited.
The incident has triggered shock across Maharashtra, with supporters and party workers rushing to Baramati in large numbers. Heavy police security has been deployed around the crash site, and aviation authorities have begun a preliminary investigation. A possible technical malfunction is being cited as the cause, though no final conclusion has been reached.
Ajit Pawar is considered one of the most influential leaders in Maharashtra politics and has served as the state’s Finance Minister in the past. Further updates are awaited as authorities assess the situation and release an official statement.
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