Truth Behind the Tragedy: Jay Pawar Demands Fast-Track Probe into Ajit Pawar’s Plane Crash
Jay Pawar meets Pune CID officials to demand a transparent and expedited investigation into the plane crash that killed Ajit Pawar.
In a bid to uncover the exact circumstances surrounding the fatal aviation accident that claimed the life of late NCP leader Ajit Pawar, his son and NCP youth leader, Jay Pawar, met with Criminal Investigation Department (CID) officials in Pune on Wednesday. The meeting focused on the Ajit Pawar plane crash probe, with Jay Pawar urging authorities to accelerate the investigation to provide closure to the family and the public.
Seeking Transparency and Timelines
During the discussions at the CID office, Jay Pawar sought a comprehensive update on the progress of the investigation. He specifically requested detailed information regarding the actions taken by the investigators thus far, the specific aspects of the probe that remain pending, and a projected timeline for when the final report would be completed.
Jay Pawar emphasized that the investigation must be conducted with utmost transparency and without any unnecessary delays. He asserted that the findings are not just a private family matter but a public necessity.
“The truth behind Ajit Dada’s plane crash is not merely a matter concerning one family; it is also a question of the trust of millions of people who loved him immensely,” Jay Pawar stated.
A Call for Accountability
The youth leader stressed that it is essential to answer the lingering questions in the minds of the general public. He called for a serious and all-encompassing investigation into every significant detail of the crash to ensure that the truth is brought to light and that those responsible for any lapses are held accountable.
Jay Pawar was accompanied by MLA Vikram Kakade during the meeting. He made it clear that he intends to persistently follow up on the matter until a full and satisfactory explanation for the crash is revealed.
The Fatal Incident
The tragedy occurred on January 29, 2026, when a chartered aircraft carrying the 66-year-old leader crashed while attempting to land at the Baramati airport in Pune district. The aircraft crash-landed near the threshold of the runway, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.
The crash claimed five lives in total, including:
- Ajit Pawar
- His personal security officer
- A flight attendant
- Two pilots