Pune schools will remain closed on January 29 as Maharashtra observes state mourning after Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s death. Check what’s closed, funeral details, and the service's status.
Pune schools will remain closed on January 29
Pune schools will remain closed tomorrow, January 29, as the Maharashtra government observes official mourning following the tragic death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash near Baramati.
The state government announced a three-day mourning period from January 28 to January 30 as a mark of respect for Pawar’s long public service. As part of this, educational institutions in Pune — including government, private, and aided schools — will stay shut until January 30.
According to the official government notification, all educational institutions in Maharashtra — including Pune — are closed until January 30, 2026. The closure covers schools, colleges, and universities.
It was issued as part of the mourning period and includes the national flag flying at half-mast across state government buildings. Pune residents have been advised to remain updated on any additional circulars from education authorities regarding reopening or academic rescheduling.
The Maharashtra government declared a three-day state mourning after Pawar’s sudden death in a plane crash on January 28. Flags are being flown at half-mast on all government buildings across the state, including Pune.
As part of the mourning directives, closures cover educational institutions and government offices alike to honour the departed leader. Public ceremonies and entertainment events are suspended during the mourning period.
Ajit Pawar’s last rites will take place on January 29, 2026, with full state honours. The funeral is scheduled for the Vidya Pratishthan Grounds in Baramati, in Pawar’s home district, where senior political leaders from across Maharashtra, including Pune representatives, are expected to attend.
Security has been tightened around the venue, and traffic restrictions are likely to be in effect on major routes.
The mourning period impacts several services in Pune:
At the same time, essential public services such as hospitals, police, fire departments, and public transport will continue to operate normally to ensure public safety and routine life.
News of Ajit Pawar’s passing and the closure of institutions has triggered widespread mourning in Pune. Residents, political figures, and civic groups have shared condolences across social media platforms.
Many communities observed moments of silence and cancelled local social events in respect for the departed leader. Messages on grief and remembrance have multiplied across the city, reflecting strong public sentiment.
