Bhubaneswar, Jan. 29 -- BJD leader Prasanna Acharya said that there will be a "great vacuum left in Indian politics" with the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who was killed in a plane crash in Baramati on Wednesday and noted that the contributions of the NCP chief to diverse fields will be remembered forever.

"It is very shocking news and a great tragedy. His passing is a significant loss for the country, particularly for Maharashtra. He was a highly popular leader of Maharashtra, and his contributions to its development across all aspects will be remembered forever. With his demise, there will be a great vacuum in Indian politics, particularly in Maharashtra politics. Maharashtra expected many more things from Aj...