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Breaking News: PM Modi Calls Maharashtra CM After Ajit Pawar Dies in Baramati Plane Crash

Following the tragic plane crash in Baramati that claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally called Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to take details of the accident. The chartered aircraft carrying Ajit Pawar and four others crashed near Baramati airport while approaching for landing, leaving the nation in shock. The crash site has been secured, and the wreckage has been fully cooled to allow investigators to search for the remains of all five victims. Images from the site show the aircraft completely destroyed, with a part of a burned tire being one of the few identifiable pieces. The impact caused a severe fire that also spread to nearby grass, leaving the area charred. Authorities and rescue teams are meticulously examining the debris to recover bodies and document the scene for further investigation. Local residents, party supporters, and colleagues of Ajit Pawar have gathered at the crash site, mourning the sudden loss. Ajit Pawar was scheduled to attend multiple political events in Baramati today, including party meetings and organizational discussions. Officials, aviation experts, and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau are coordinating to determine the cause of this catastrophic crash. The incident has sent shockwaves across Maharashtra and the entire country.

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