Pune, Jan. 28 -- Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut described the day as a "black day in Maharashtra's social and political life." Speaking on the tragic plane crash that claimed the life of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Raut said that initially, prayers were offered for Pawar's safety after news of the accident surfaced, but the confirmation of his death came as a devastating blow.
Ajit Pawar, 66, is survived by his wife, Member of Parliament Sunetra Pawar, and two sons. He was also the nephew of NCP founder and veteran leader Sharad Pawar.
Ajit Pawar died in a tragic plane crash at Baramati airport on Wednesday morning. The accident also claimed the lives of five others who were on board the aircraft.
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