Mumbai, March 4 (NationPress) NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has vehemently criticized the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), claiming a significant cover-up in the investigation surrounding the plane crash that resulted in the tragic death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on January 28.

This press conference represents the third conducted by Rohit Pawar regarding this incident, following earlier statements made on February 10 and 19.

Utilizing video evidence and screenshots, Pawar asserted that the official report is fraught with inaccuracies and seems tailored to shield powerful figures and the aviation company VSR.

Rohit Pawar voiced serious doubts about the integrity of the investigation. "I hold no personal grievances against VSR or the DGCA, but it's clear that someone is manipulating the DGCA to protect these entities," he remarked.

"Is this 'save-the-guilty' initiative occurring under the influence of a powerful individual? If that’s the case, the true nature of Ajit Dada’s death—whether an accident or a conspiracy—will remain concealed," he further commented.

Pawar pointed out several technical inconsistencies in the AAIB report concerning flight hours and fuel levels.

While the report claims the aircraft had remaining flight hours, Pawar argued that the plane had surpassed its official engine lifespan by over 3,000 hours.

"The aircraft was said to be carrying 90-95 percent of its fuel capacity," he noted.

Pawar questioned the rationale behind loading such an excessive amount of fuel if the flight plan was standard, suggesting it could have been "intentional.”

He also highlighted a discrepancy regarding the plane's orientation. Citing footage of the crash, he noted a fundamental observational mistake. "The report states the plane banked to the right, yet the footage clearly illustrates it tilting to the left. If they can’t accurately report the direction of the fall, how can we trust the remainder of the report?" he challenged.

Rohit Pawar ridiculed the investigators' seriousness, pointing out that the official report incorrectly refers to Baramati as a "district" and describes the Baramati Municipal Council as a "Municipal Corporation."

"If they can't even get basic geographical details correct after a month-long investigation, how committed were they to examining the technicalities?" he queried.

Additionally, he noted that the report asserts the plane struck trees, while the crash site was only populated with small shrubs that the aircraft never contacted.

Pawar alleged the presence of a premeditated conspiracy, claiming locals witnessed unidentified individuals surveying the area days prior to the crash.

"We demand a CBI and CID investigation into potential criminal aspects. When we approach the CID, they respond that they are awaiting the DGCA report. However, this report is riddled with inconsistencies," Pawar stated.

He also questioned the omission of investigation team members' names from the final document, a deviation from standard practice observed in previous crash investigations.

Furthermore, Rohit Pawar raised concerns about the decision to operate in low visibility conditions. He referenced the Tyagi Committee recommendations, established after the demise of Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy, which strictly prohibits VIP flights in poor visibility.

He called for an FIR against 'Aero' company officials, alleging they issued false weather clearance.

Rohit Pawar concluded by emphasizing that the absence of Black Box images in the report further substantiates the manipulation of facts aimed at misleading the public.