Baramati, Maharashtra: Maharashtra minister Dattatray Bharne was seen breaking down in tears on Tuesday as he reacted to the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was killed in a plane crash near Baramati.
In visuals from Baramati, Bharne appeared visibly shaken and emotional while speaking to party workers and local leaders, struggling to hold back tears as news of the tragic accident sank in. Those present were seen consoling the minister as he mourned the sudden loss of the senior NCP leader.
Baramati, Maharashtra: Minister Dattatray Vithoba Bharne was seen in tears over the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar pic.twitter.com/tYaseflgYb
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Ajit Pawar died earlier in the day after the Learjet 45 aircraft he was travelling in crashed during landing at Baramati airport. Aviation authorities have confirmed that there were no survivors.
The incident has triggered an outpouring of grief across Maharashtra, with political leaders, party workers, and residents gathering in Baramati to pay their respects.
Watch the video capturing the emotional moment as Minister Dattatray Bharne reacts to the devastating news.
