A major aircraft crash has been reported near Baramati, Maharashtra, involving a plane that was carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.
According to officials cited in initial briefings, the aircraft crashed during landing in the Baramati area. Sources said six people were on board the aircraft at the time of the incident.
As per a statement attributed to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), all six occupants are reported to have died in the crash. The DGCA has also indicated that Ajit Pawar was on board the aircraft.
However, formal identification of the victims and an official confirmation from Ajit Pawar’s office or the state government are still awaited. Authorities are in the process of verifying details on the ground, and further clarity is expected following official briefings.
Emergency services and aviation officials have reached the crash site, and an investigation into the cause of the incident is expected to be launched as per standard procedure.
This is a developing story. Information may evolve as official confirmations and statements are issued. Readers are advised to rely on verified updates from authorities.
