Actress Urvashi Rautela mourns the demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar: 'The tragic plane crash at Baramati this morning...'

The sudden and devastating death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on 28 January 2026 has sent shockwaves across India, touching lives far beyond politics — including prominent personalities from the entertainment world. Pawar, a towering figure in Maharashtra’s political landscape, died along with four others when the Learjet 45 charter aircraft crashed near Baramati while attempting an emergency landing.

Amid the outpouring of grief from leaders and citizens alike, Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela took to social media to express her sorrow over the tragic accident. In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), she conveyed her shock and extended her condolences to the bereaved family and followers of the veteran leader.

Here’s what Urvashi Rautela posted on X:

“I am deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of Ajit Pawar. The tragic plane crash at Baramati this morning has claimed his life and left a huge void. My heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones, and all those affected by this immense loss.”

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The ill-fated aircraft carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar appeared “a bit unstable in the air” and exploded the moment it crashed on the ground near Baramati in Pune district on Wednesday morning, according to a woman eyewitness.

Another person who witnessed the incident said that after the crash, the aircraft burst into flames, followed by four to five consecutive blasts.

Pawar (66) and four other persons were killed after their aircraft crashed near Baramati at 8.50 am, as per officials.

Smriti Irani tweeted- “Shocked and saddened by the untimely passing of Shri Ajit Pawar Ji in the tragic aircraft crash. His service to the people and years of political stewardship will be remembered with respect. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families in this hour of grief. Om Shanti.”