Maharashtra Mourns Ajit Pawar's Demise: State Holiday, Schools Closed, Flags at Half-Mast
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News18•28-01-2026, 14:07
Maharashtra Mourns Ajit Pawar's Demise: State Holiday, Schools Closed, Flags at Half-Mast
- •Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar passed away, leading to a state-wide public holiday and three-day mourning.
- •All government, semi-government offices, schools, colleges, and educational institutions are closed today, January 28, 2026.
- •National flags on government buildings will fly at half-mast as a mark of respect.
- •Government-organized entertainment and cultural programs for today have been canceled.
- •State mourning protocols include flags at half-mast, ban on official entertainment, and state honors for the funeral.
Why It Matters: Maharashtra observes a public holiday and state mourning following the passing of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar.
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