The entire state of Maharashtra is mourning the tragic death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on January 28, 2026. The politician, 66, was travelling in a private aircraft en route to Baramati from Maharashtra when it crashed on landing. Moments after the crash, the chartered plane exploded and was engulfed in fire, killing Pawar and four other people on board.
Amid this unexpected loss, the attention has turned to the bereaved family he leaves behind, including a new member who was recently welcomed by the late politician. We are talking about Rutuja Patil, the wife of Ajit Pawar’s younger son, Jay Pawar, who officially became a member of the Pawar family just a month ago.
Jay Pawar and Rutuja Patil’s private wedding
