Rohit Pawar Seeks Aviation Minister Resignation
A day after the Baramati plane crash that killed former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) leader Rohit Pawar wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking the resignation of the Union Civil Aviation Minister until a thorough investigation into the accident is completed.
Rohit Pawar Letter to Prime Minister Modi
In his written appeal, Rohit Pawar urged Prime Minister Modi to ask Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu to step down from his cabinet post until the inquiry into the 28 January Baramati Learjet crash concludes. Pawar expressed concern that the ongoing probe could be affected by perceived conflicts of interest, and he reiterated the need for transparency and accountability in examining the events surrounding the accident.
He also marked copies of the letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, highlighting the seriousness with which his faction views the investigation process.
Call for Aviation Minister Resignation
Rohit Pawar’s request reflects growing political pressure for high-level accountability in the aftermath of the crash. He cited the importance of ensuring that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and other aviation regulators conduct an impartial inquiry without administrative influence.
Pawar’s letter does not specify a legal basis for the demand but frames the resignation appeal as necessary to maintain public confidence in the investigation. The call coincides with broader scrutiny of aviation safety procedures following the fatal accident near Baramati Airport.
Baramati Plane Crash Investigation Status
The Baramati Learjet 45 crash on 28 January claimed the lives of all five people on board, including Ajit Pawar. The incident has prompted an official probe into causes, with preliminary reports focusing on factors such as visibility conditions during landing and technical aspects of the flight.
Authorities are continuing their investigation, although no final findings have yet been released. The push for a ministerial resignation adds a new dimension to political discourse around the inquiry.
