Maharashtra marks the birth anniversary of former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar with a series of public tributes and exhibitions across the state. Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar leads events in Baramati, unveiling a full-size bronze statue of Ajit Pawar. The ceremony is followed by a photo exhibition organised by Nataraja Kala Mandal that displays images spanning his childhood, family life and political career. Sunetra Pawar also records tributes and prayers, describing his work and commitment to public service and development.
Earlier in the week, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurates an “Ajit Smriti” photo exhibition in Mumbai highlighting key moments from Pawar’s life, including his childhood, marriage and public and political milestones. In statements around the anniversary, Fadnavis praises Pawar’s people-centric, inclusive leadership and administrative focus.
Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash on January 28, 2026, during an attempted landing at Baramati airport while he was travelling for a programme. Across the reports, the anniversary events centre on commemorating his public and political legacy through monuments and photographs.