Mumbai schools and government offices in Maharashtra will be closed on January 29, 2026 . This decision comes after the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on January 28, 2026. The state has announced three days of mourning.
School Holiday Announced
All schools in Maharashtra, including those in Mumbai, will be shut on Wednesday, January 29. This holiday applies to government, private, and aided schools across the state. The closure is a mark of respect following the sudden passing of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar.
The state government has declared a period of mourning that will last until Friday, January 30, 2026. Official notices about the holiday have been sent out by the General Administration Department and the Directorate of Education.
About the Incident
Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, aged 66, died in a plane crash on the morning of Wednesday, January 28, 2026. He was travelling from Mumbai to Baramati in a private jet for election campaign meetings. The plane crashed near Baramati Airport in Pune district.
In total, five people lost their lives in the crash. This included Ajit Pawar, two of his aides, and the two pilots, Captain Sumit Kapur and Captain Shambhavi Pathak.
Funeral and Mourning
The funeral of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar will be held with full State honours. It is scheduled for January 29 at 11 AM at Vidya Pratishthan. The three-day state mourning period officially began on January 28 and will continue until January 30.
University Exams Rescheduled
Mumbai University has postponed exams that were planned for January 28. Information about exams scheduled for January 29 will be provided by the respective university departments. Students are advised to check with their schools and the university for the latest updates regarding exam schedules.
Key Details Summary
- Holiday Date: January 29, 2026
- Reason: Death of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar
- Schools Closed: All government, private, and aided schools in Maharashtra
- State Mourning: Three days, from January 28 to January 30, 2026
- Funeral: January 29, 11 AM, Vidya Pratishthan
Students and parents should contact their school administration for any specific local information or changes. Official government notifications are the primary source for verified details.
