Maharashtra politics is reeling from the plane crash that felled NCP stalwart Ajit Pawar, but perhaps the most piercing response comes from his son Jay Pawar. In a candid social media reflection, Jay bared his soul with old photos and a message brimming with longing.
‘Papa, your absence aches deeply. If only I could halt time, hug you forever, and keep you close. Missing you every moment, Papa,’ the post declares, shared across Instagram and WhatsApp status. Its simplicity amplifies the devastation felt by the Pawar household.
A fixture in the family’s cooperative empire, Jay prefers shadows to spotlights. He championed NCP campaigns in high-stakes polls – Lok Sabha, Vidhan Sabha, municipal – yet remains elusive to media, beloved by Baramati for his authenticity.
Doom struck January 28: En route for panchayat election rallies, Ajit’s flight crashed on Baramati runway, claiming five lives. January 29’s funeral at Vidya Pratisthan Ground saw unprecedented attendance, reflecting Ajit’s mass appeal.
Sunetra Pawar fills the void as new Deputy CM, managing Excise, Sports, and Minority portfolios. Monday’s Karad visit to Chavan Memorial preceded her homecoming. The family hosts visitors at Katewadi ‘Sahyog’ until 4 PM Tuesday.
Jay’s viral post not only memorializes a father but signals the Pawars’ unyielding spirit amid crisis, captivating a state in mourning.