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On this news bulletin, an unidentified speaker discusses the significant political implications following the reported tragic death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash. The speaker notes, 'it's a body blow, really, to the Pawar family, because Ajit Pawar is the one who effectively ran the NCP'. The discussion highlights the vacuum left in the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), noting that while Sharad Pawar remains a senior figure at 85, other leaders like Supriya Sule have focused primarily on parliamentary roles in Delhi. The transcript explores the potential for political realignment in Maharashtra, questioning whether the NCP factions will merge or remain aligned with the NDA. Further commentary from individuals identified as Dhaval Kulkarni and Mrunalini Nanivadikar examines the impact on the state budget and the future role of family members including Sunetra Pawar and Parth Pawar in the state's evolving political landscape.

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On this Special Report, the focus is on the tragic demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in an air crash. Nationalist Congress Party (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, who rushed to Baramati following the incident, has issued his first reaction. Sharad Pawar stated, 'Do not politicize the death of Ajit Pawar this is purely an accident there is no politics in this'. The veteran leader emphasized that the state has suffered an immense and irreparable loss. His statement comes as a response to certain opposition leaders, including Mamata Banerjee, who had suggested a possible conspiracy behind the crash. Sharad Pawar was reportedly leaving his Mumbai residence for a medical check-up when he received the news of his nephew's fatal accident. The programme examines the impact of this sudden loss on Maharashtra's political landscape and the ongoing investigation into the crash.

This special report covers the tragic death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a chartered plane crash in Baramati. The Learjet 45XR, carrying five individuals including Pawar and his security detail, crashed approximately 50 metres from the runway at 8:45 am on Wednesday. The speaker notes, 'Ajit Pawar and four others on the flight were killed in the accident.' The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) and DGCA have launched a probe to determine if the crash was caused by technical failure, human error, or low visibility. While the ATC had granted landing clearance, no 'Mayday' call was recorded before the aircraft exploded. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other national leaders expressed their condolences, describing Pawar's death as a significant loss to the state. Mortal remains are kept at Vidya Pratishthan for public respects, with the funeral scheduled for Thursday in Katewadi.