The mortal remains of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) president Ajit Pawar were brought to Baramati on Wednesday evening, ahead of his final journey. The body was taken to Vidya Pratishtan, an educational institute founded by the Pawar family, where it will lie in state before the funeral ceremonies.
State Honors for NCP Leader
The last rites of the veteran politician will be performed with full state honors at the Vidya Pratishtan grounds in Baramati. The funeral is scheduled to begin at 11 am on Thursday, January 29, 2026, marking the end of an era in Maharashtra politics.
Historical Significance of Venue
The choice of Vidya Pratishtan as the venue holds deep personal and political significance. This educational institute was established by the Pawar family and has been closely associated with their public service legacy in the region.
Political leaders from across party lines are expected to pay their final respects to Ajit Pawar, who served as Maharashtra's deputy chief minister multiple times during his extensive political career spanning several decades.
Arrangements and Security
Elaborate arrangements have been made at the Vidya Pratishtan grounds to accommodate the large number of mourners expected to attend the funeral. Security has been tightened in and around Baramati to ensure the proceedings occur smoothly and peacefully.
The Maharashtra government has announced that the funeral will be conducted with full state honors, reflecting Ajit Pawar's stature as a senior political leader who made significant contributions to the state's development and political landscape.
