Vidip Jadhav, a Mumbai Police constable, was among the five people who lost their lives in the tragic plane crash involving Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday.
Jadhav was serving as Personal Security Officer (PSO) to Ajit Pawar at the time of the accident. He was on board the Learjet 45 aircraft along with Ajit Pawar, another attendant, and two pilots when the plane crashed while attempting to land at Baramati Airport in Pune district. The aircraft burst into flames on impact, and all five occupants were declared dead, officials confirmed.
Who was Vidip Jadhav?
Vidip Jadhav was a serving constable with Mumbai Police, assigned to the close-protection detail of the Deputy Chief Minister. As a PSO, his duties included ensuring the personal safety of the VVIP he was attached to, often involving long hours, constant travel, and high-risk assignments. Colleagues described PSO duty as one of the most demanding roles in the police force, requiring vigilance, discipline, and unwavering commitment.
The tragic incident
The Learjet 45 was approaching Baramati when it met with the fatal accident during landing. Emergency services rushed to the spot, but the severity of the crash left no survivors. The incident has sent shockwaves across Maharashtra’s political and security establishments.
Nationwide grief
Tributes poured in for Constable Jadhav, with many acknowledging his service and sacrifice while on duty. The loss of the police officer, along with the other victims of the crash, has been widely mourned, highlighting the risks faced by security personnel who work behind the scenes to protect public leaders.
The state has announced a period of mourning, as investigations continue into the cause of the crash.
