Ajit Pawar

Ajit Anantrao Pawar was a political figure of high stature in India from Maharashtra and a notable leader connected with the Nationalist Congress Party branch that he leads. Having been the elected representative of the Baramati Assembly constituency for several decades, he had acquired a reputation for being a skilled administrator and having a lot of power in state politics.

He held different cabinet ministerial positions and was now the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra; hence, he still has a major part in ruling and decision-making.

His political career ended when he died in a plane crash near Baramati in January 2026.

By Rashmi | Monday, March 2, 2026, 10:41:16 AM [IST]

Ajit Pawar Biography

Ajit Pawar was born on 22nd July 1959 to Anantrao Govindrao Pawar in Deolali Pravara, Rahuri taluka, Ahmednagar district. From a young age, he had to take on the responsibility of supporting his family, which exposed him to the social issues around him. It was during this time that he developed a deep empathy for farmers, understanding their struggles firsthand.

His leadership journey began through his involvement with milk unions, cooperative societies, sugar factories, and banks. In 1991, his political career took a significant turn, leading him to hold various key positions such as Member of Parliament, Member of the Legislative Assembly, and Minister of State for crucial departments. He has served as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra four times.

Regardless of his position, Ajit Pawar remains closely connected to the people through his Janata Darbars, treating party workers and the public equally. He is known for pushing for faster administrative work.

As the nephew of former NCP Chief Sharad Pawar, Ajit had been serving as the 8th Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra since December 2024.

His interests included reading, cricket, tennis, kho-kho, and kabaddi. On a personal note, he married Sunetra Pawar on 30th December, 1985, and the couple is blessed with one son.

Pawar’s long career came to an abrupt end when he died in a plane crash near Baramati, Maharashtra, in January 2026, an event that reverberated across the state and national political landscape.

Ajit Pawar Personal Life

Full Name	Ajit Pawar
Date of Birth	22 Jul 1959
Date of Death	28 Jan 2026 (Age 66)
Place of Birth	Deolali Pravara, Ahmednagar
Party Name	Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar)
Education	Graduate
Profession	Framing & Business
Father's Name	Anantrao Govindrao Pawar
Mother's Name	N/A
Spouse's Name	Sunetra Pawar
Spouse's Profession	Framing & Business
Children	2 Son(s)
Religion	Hindu
Caste	OBC
Website	NA

Ajit Pawar Net Worth

Net Worth

₹103.16 CRORE

ASSETS

₹124.55 CRORE

Liabilities

₹21.4 CRORE

Education Qualification of Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawar completed his 10th standard from the Maharashtra Education Society High School, Baramati.
Ajit Pawar was educated at Shivaji University in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.

Interesting Facts about Ajit Pawar

1. Ajit Pawar's father Anantrao, had initially worked for filmmaker V.Shantaram's "Rajkamal Studios" in Bombay. His grandfather Govindrao Pawar served as an employee of Baramati Co-operative Trading.

2. He became the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra for the sixth time in 2024.

Political Timeline of Ajit Pawar

2026: Died in a plane crash near Baramati while serving as Deputy Chief Minister, ending his political career.
2024: He is contested and won from the Baramati Assembly seat in the assembly election and sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
2023: Ajit Pawar serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra alongside Devendra Fadnavis. He also holds the portfolios of Finance and Planning as a cabinet minister.
2019: He stepped down from the post of deputy chief minister of Maharashtra after the big political drama. Immediately after him, Devendra Fadnavis also resigned from the post of CM.
2019: Ajit Pawar took oath as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra on November 23, 2019.
2014: Ajit Pawar was again elected to the state assembly.
2009: This was his fourth consecutive term as an MLA from Baramati.
2004: Ajit Pawar was again elected as a member of the Maharashtra Assembly from Baramati. He became the Minister of Water Resources. He was also the Guardian Minister for the Pune district.
1999: He was re-elected to the Maharashtra Assembly from the same constituency. He was inducted into the Cabinet for the first time. He served as Minister of Irrigation from October 1999 to December 2003, during the tenure of Vilasrao Deshmukh. Pawar also served as Rural Development Minister from December 2003 - October 2004.
1995: Ajit Pawar was elected for the first time an MLA from Baramati constituency.
1991: He was elected as a Member of Parliament in the 10th Lok Sabha. In just four months, he resigned from this post. Later in June 1991, he became the Minister of State for Agriculture and Power. He served in this post till November 1992. From November 1992 - February 1993, he was the Minister of State for Soil Conservation, Power, and Planning during the tenure of Sharad Pawar as the CM.
1991: He was elected as the chairman of the Pune District Co-operative Bank (PDC). Later he served in as the Director of Chatrapati Sugar Factory. Then he became Chairman of Chatrapati Bazar. He also served as the Trustee of Vidya Pratishthan and Pune Zilla Vikas Pratishthan.
1982: Ajit Pawar entered in politics as a member of the Board of a cooperative sugar factory.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs on Ajit Pawar)

What is Ajit Pawar's father name?
Anantrao Govindrao Pawar is the of Ajit Pawar.
Does Ajit Pawar have criminal cases?
Yes, Ajit Pawar has 1 criminal case (As of 2019).
Who is Ajit Pawar's wife?
Smt. Sunetra Pawar is the wife of Ajit Pawar.
How old is Ajit Pawar?
Ajit Pawar is 63 years old (As of 2022).
From which party does Ajit Pawar belong to?
Ajit Pawar belongs to the Nationalist Congress Party.
What is Ajit Pawar's qualification?
Ajit Pawar completed his 10th standard from the Maharashtra Education Society High School, Baramati.
Who was the 8th Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra?
Ajit Pawar was the 8th Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
Who is Ajit Pawar?
Ajit Pawar is the current and 29th Leader of the Opposition Maharashtra Legislative Assembly.

Ajit Pawar Latest News & Updates

Maharashtra Tributes Paid to Late Ajit Pawar as Rajya Sabha Election Begins
Governor Acharya Devvrat paid rich tributes to the late Ajit Pawar on 24 February 2026. This follows today’s notification for the Rajya Sabha election to fill the seat left vacant after his recent passing.His family is now demanding a full investigation into the tragic crash that killed him.
Maharashtra Asks CBI to Investigate Fatal Ajit Pawar Plane Crash
Maharashtra police are investigating missing records for the plane that crashed and killed leader Ajit Pawar on 28 January 2026. The state government has now asked the CBI to lead a full, transparent inquiry into the tragic accident.This move follows claims of foul play raised by local leaders now.
Maharashtra leaders pay emotional tribute to late Ajit Pawar on first day of budget session
Maharashtra leaders paid moving tributes to late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on 24 February 2026. During the budget session, they remembered his years of public service following his sudden death in January. Politicians across parties praised his dedication to the state's development and financial management skills during this event.
Maharashtra Seeks CBI Probe into Fatal Plane Crash of Ajit Pawar
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis requested a CBI investigation into the January 28 plane crash that killed Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. This follows allegations of foul play and forged signatures on several ministry files.On 23 February 2026, the state legislature began its budget session with tributes to the leader.
Preliminary Report on Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Investigation to be Released by Month-End
The Civil Aviation Ministry announced that the preliminary report on the fatal plane crash involving Ajit Pawar will be released locally by 28 February 2026.Investigators successfully retrieved flight data, but the voice recorder remains damaged. The Pawar family continues to demand a full and transparent Central Bureau investigation now.
Ajit Pawar Plane Crash: Son Jay Demands Strict Probe into Black Box Destruction
On 18 February 2026, Jay Pawar, son of the late Ajit Pawar, called for a strict investigation into the fatal January plane crash. He questioned why the aircraft's black box was destroyed. Pawar also requested an immediate ban on the aviation company involved until the full truth is now revealed.
NCP Leads Call for CBI Probe Into Ajit Pawar’s Fatal Plane Crash
On 18 February 2026, the Nationalist Congress Party officially demanded a CBI inquiry into the tragic plane crash that killed Ajit Pawar last month. His wife, Sunetra Pawar, led a delegation to meet the Chief Minister to seek a thorough investigation into the incident.They expressed several major safety concerns.
NCP Merger Talks Face Delays Following Tragic Death Of Maharashtra Leader Ajit Pawar
Following the tragic death of Ajit Pawar in late January, the proposed merger between the two Nationalist Congress Party factions has stalled. On February 15, 2026, reports confirmed that unification talks are now on the backburner. His widow, Sunetra Pawar, has been named the new legislative party leader for now.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar Dies in Baramati Plane Crash
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash on January 28, 2026. The tragic accident occurred near Baramati airport during his active election campaign. He was an extremely influential political leader across the entire state.His wife, Sunetra Pawar, has recently succeeded him in high political office.
Maharashtra Local Body Elections Begin Following Death of Ajit Pawar
Polling began for Maharashtra's local body elections on 7 February 2026 following Ajit Pawar's death. His wife, Sunetra Pawar, has taken charge of the NCP faction as Deputy Chief Minister.Rohit Pawar raised public doubts regarding the air crash. Voters are now deciding the political future of twelve rural districts.

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