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Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra's deputy chief minister, died in a plane crash in Baramati, his constituency.

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Baramati is the constituency of Ajit Pawar, the deputy chief minister of Maharashtra, India's wealthiest state. Pawar, a veteran politician from a prominent political family, was a key figure in Maharashtra's political landscape. Baramati is newsworthy due to the recent death of Pawar in a plane crash within the constituency. The private plane, which originated from Mumbai, crashed at the airport in Baramati on Wednesday, killing Pawar and four others. He was reportedly en route to Baramati to campaign for local elections. His death has created a political vacuum in Maharashtra, highlighting Baramati's significance as his political base and the impact of his loss on the region.
Last updated: May 2, 2026