✈️💔 A small aircraft carrying Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others crashed during a landing attempt near Mumbai on Wednesday, officials confirmed. All onboard, including two pilots, a security officer, and an attendant, died in the tragedy.
The incident occurred at Baramati airport in Pune district, about 249 km southeast of Mumbai. India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) stated no survivors were found in its initial report, sparking nationwide shock.
Pawar, a key figure in Maharashtra’s politics, was traveling for undisclosed reasons. The crash has raised urgent questions about aviation safety protocols, with authorities vowing a full investigation. 🌍🔍
As tributes pour in, Maharashtra’s government faces scrutiny over regional air travel infrastructure. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
