Amit Shah and Eknath Shinde Pay Last Respects to Ajit Pawar in Baramati

This news report covers the solemn final rites of veteran Maharashtra leader Ajit Pawar in Baramati. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis were in attendance to pay their condolences to the bereaved family, including Sharad Pawar, Sunetra Pawar, and Jai Pawar. The speaker noted the emotional atmosphere, stating, 'You can actually see that pall of gloom that has descended on Baramati, broken by chance of Ajit Dada Amar Rahe and then abject silence.' The bulletin highlights Ajit Pawar's three-decade-long political career as an eight-time MLA and his significant role in the state legislature. Thousands of supporters gathered to bid farewell to the leader, with Baramati observing a complete shutdown in grief. The report also mentions the presence of the Goa Chief Minister and the support provided by Lok Sabha MP Supriya Sule to the family during the state funeral.