Ajit Pawar’s Last Tweet Before Death Leaves Maharashtra in Shock

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's last social media post just before his death is going viral. A few minutes before the plane crash, he had paid tribute to Lala Lajpat Rai on X.

Last Updated : Wednesday, 28 January 2026
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Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's last social media post just before his death is going viral. A few minutes before the plane crash, he had paid tribute to Lala Lajpat Rai on X. This post was on his birth anniversary. Ajit Pawar was going to Baramati. There were programs to campaign for the Zilla Parishad elections. The entire state is immersed in mourning.

What was the last post of Ajit Pawar?

Ajit Pawar wrote on X. “We pay our tribute to Punjab Kesari Lala Lajpat Rai ji, the great freedom fighter and pioneer of Swaraj who sacrificed his all for the independence of the country. His patriotism will always inspire us.” This post was made at around 8:57 am. The accident happened around 8:50 pm. The post had an emotional message. People are sharing it on social media.

Ajit Pawar’s Last Tweet X

Why is the post going viral?

Message just before the accident. People are saying life is uncertain. One user wrote that it was posted 48 minutes ago and is no more. The second user said, "RIP, sir." This post is being remembered with condolences. This post became his last public statement.

Pawar posted in what context?

28 January is the birth anniversary of Lala Lajpat Rai. He was born in 1865. Ajit Pawar remembered him.
He was a prominent leader of the freedom struggle. Talked about patriotism in the post.This happened in the midst of an election campaign.

Where was Ajit Pawar going?

He was going from Mumbai to Baramati. Zilla Parishad elections are on 5th February. He had to address four meetings. He had a stronghold in Baramati. The family has a political legacy.

What happened after the accident?

Wave of mourning on social media. People are getting emotional after seeing the post. Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences. Chief Minister Fadnavis declared three days of mourning. The family reached Baramati from Delhi. Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule left.

What is the meaning of this post?

This post shows the uncertainty of life and the message of patriotism. Last word from a leader.  People are remembering it emotionally. This post has now become permanent.