One month after the fatal aircraft crash near Baramati that claimed the life of senior Maharashtra leader Ajit Pawar and four others, NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has publicly expressed his grief, sharing a personal moment that underscored the family’s loss and the continuing questions surrounding the tragedy.

In a post on X, Rohit Pawar uploaded a screenshot from his phone showing a contact saved as “Ajit kaka WhatsApp.” The image revealed that he had attempted to call his uncle at 8:56 am on the day news of the crash broke. The call went unanswered. In an emotional message accompanying the screenshot, he wrote that he still struggles to accept the reality of what happened and described the silence on the other end of the line as deeply painful.

Ajit Pawar died on January 28 when the aircraft he was travelling in went down near Baramati. He had been en route to campaign during the final phase of local body elections. The incident sent shockwaves through Maharashtra’s political circles, triggering an outpouring of tributes and demands for a thorough investigation.

Even as he mourns, Rohit Pawar has continued to press for clarity on the circumstances of the crash. Marking one month since the incident, he stated that he intends to reveal what he called fresh and significant information related to the accident at a press conference. He also referred to Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Muralidhar Mohol, noting that a preliminary report from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is awaited.

Rohit Pawar has urged investigators to avoid rushing their findings and has called for accountability if negligence is established. He has demanded that an FIR be registered against VSR Ventures, the firm operating the aircraft, alleging possible lapses in safety and procedure.

Authorities from multiple agencies are currently examining technical data, maintenance records and operational protocols as part of the ongoing probe. While official conclusions are still pending, the emotional toll of the crash continues to resonate, particularly within the Pawar family and among supporters across the state.