Shocked and deeply saddened by the untimely... ... LIVE: Ajit Pawar's Death: Maharashtra Govt Declares 3-Day Mourning

Shocked and deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Maharashtra Deputy CM Shri Ajit Pawar in a tragic plane crash. His sudden demise is a great loss to public life and to Maharashtra politics, where he served with experience and resolve. My heartfelt condolences to his family and supporters, and prayers for strength in this hour of grief. Om Shanti.: Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar