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Breaking News: Public to Pay Last Respects from 9 AM, State Funeral Today

The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar will be performed today in Baramati with full state honors. His mortal remains will be kept for public viewing from 9:00 AM, allowing supporters, party workers, and citizens to pay their final respects. The cremation ceremony is scheduled to take place later in the morning in the presence of senior political leaders and members of the Pawar family. The Maharashtra government has announced three days of state mourning following Ajit Pawar’s demise. During this period, national flags will be flown at half-mast across the state, and official events will remain subdued as a mark of respect. Ajit Pawar’s death has triggered a wave of grief across Maharashtra and the country. Thousands of people from Baramati and nearby districts have already gathered to participate in the final darshan and the funeral procession. Heavy security arrangements have been put in place to manage the large crowd expected at the venue. Ajit Pawar was regarded as one of the most influential leaders in Maharashtra politics, known for his strong administrative grip and decisive leadership. Leaders across party lines have expressed condolences and paid tribute to his contribution to public life. His passing is being seen as a major loss to the state’s political landscape, leaving supporters deeply emotional as Maharashtra prepares to bid him a final farewell today.

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