PANAJI
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant mourned the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, saying his three decades of public service greatly advanced Maharashtra’s progress and offers condolences to his family and well-wishers.
As Goan political leaders mourned the tragic death of Ajit Pawar, Goa AAP MLA Venzy Viegas has demanded a formal inquiry into the crash, raising serious questions over aviation safety and accountability.
Pawar and four others died when the Learjet 45 they were travelling in crashed while attempting to land in Baramati, Pune district. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation confirmed that all aboard were killed.
Meanwhile AAP's Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann cancelled his planned one-day visit to Goa on Wednesday.
The party announced that Mann will now visit Goa on Thursday and address a press conference related to an important party programme.
The Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) Benaulim MLA Venzy Viegas has raised questions of accountability following the charter plane crash.
Viegas said the nation is shocked and mourning the loss, but asked whether the tragedy was due to lack of accountability or a 'planned strategy'.
He further questioned who would investigate the incident.
Questioning the circumstances of the crash, Viegas said that if even VVIP flights are not safe, “then sacking anyone will be meaningless.” He asked whether ordinary Indians were safe, and whether the country continued to function in a truly democratic setup. “Do we still believe that people should fight for their rights in the right manner?” he asked, adding that the nation wanted answers.
Health Minister Vishwajit Rane praised his dedication to public welfare. GPCC President Amit Patkar called his death an irreparable loss, describing him as a man of the masses.
BJP Goa state president Damodar Naik, Protocol Minister Mauvin Godinho, Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte, and Leader of the Opposition Yuri Alemao also expressed grief and solidarity with the Pawar family.
GPCC President Amit Patkar condoles the untimely demise of Maharashtra Dy CM Ajit Pawar, calling it an irreplaceable loss of a true man of the masses. Extends heartfelt condolences to the Pawar family, supporters, and all grieving this tragedy.
Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane expresses deep sorrow over the tragic demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, calling it a profound loss to the state and the nation. He said Pawar’s dedication to public service will be remembered, and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
