Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/07/1959 |
| Age | 66 years (died on 28, Jan, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Deolali Pravara, Bombay State, India |
| Date of Death | 28/01/2026 |
Latest News about Ajit Pawar
28/01/2026
Ajit Pawar died in an aircraft accident near Baramati, Maharashtra, on 28 January 2026. Reports describe him as Maharashtra's longest-serving Deputy Chief Minister, and note that the crash ended his political career abruptly.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Ajit Anantrao Pawar |
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| Other Name | Ajit Ashatai Anantrao Pawar |
| Nickname | Dada |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Maharashtra Education Society High School Baramati |
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| College/University | College-drop-out |
| Educational Qualification | Secondary School Certificate (SSC) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Ethnicity | Maratha |
| Caste | OBC |
| Address | Katewadi, Baramati, Pune - 413102 |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Anantrao Pawar |
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| Mother | Ashatai Pawar |
| Siblings | Brother: Shrinivas, Sister: Late Vijaya Patil (Media Person) |
| Spouse | Sunetra Pawar |
| Children |
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Career
| Political Party | Nationalist Congress Party |
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| Political Journey | Elected to the board of a cooperative sugar factory in Pune in 1982. Elected chairman of the Pune District Co-operative Bank in 1991. Elected to the Lok Sabha from the Baramati Constituency in 1991. Held various ministerial positions in the Maharashtra government. Served as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra six times. Served as Leader of the Opposition from 2022 to 2023. National President of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) from 2024. Appointed Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra jointly with Devendra Fadnavis on 02/07/2023 under CM Eknath Shinde. |
Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Honda Acord (Mh 12 E 0009), Trailer (MH 12 BB 5020), Trailer (MH 12 AH 866), Trailer (MH 12 BB 5930), Trailer (MH 42 F 7999), Tractor New Holland (MH 42 Q 3099), Tractor New Holland (MH 42 Q 42) |
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| Assets/Properties | Movable - Bank Deposits: Rs. 1.9 Crores, Bonds/Shares: Rs. 47.17 Lakh, Jewellery: Rs. 49.63 Lakh, Immovable - Agricultural Land: Rs. 2.71 Crores, Non-Agricultural Land: Rs. 2.89 Crores, Commercial Buildings: Rs. 6.96 Crores, Residential Buildings: Rs. 10.85 Crores |
| Salary | Rs. 1.50 Lakh + Other Allowances |
| Net Worth | Rs. 38.83 Crores (as in 2014) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Ajit Pawar is an Indian politician hailing from Maharashtra and is the nephew of the veteran political figure, Sharad Pawar. | |
| 2. He started his political journey in 1982. | |
| 3. Ajit Pawar has managed various significant portfolios such as agriculture, irrigation, power, and finance. | |
| 4. He is fondly referred to as 'Dada' by his followers and close associates. | |
| 5. While disinterested in art, culture, films, and technology, he does have a penchant for luxurious watches and pens. | |
| 6. Ajit Pawar predominantly converses in Marathi and is notably uncomfortable speaking in other languages. | |
| 7. Known to be a private individual, he typically abstains from social gatherings and events. | |
| 8. He is recognized for his punctuality and decisiveness. | |
| 9. Ajit Pawar has sparked controversy on multiple occasions due to his unconventional remarks. | |
| 10. He embodies a unique blend of ambition, arrogance, and aggression. |