Nara Lokesh has denied allegations linking Heritage Finlease to VSR Aviation, the firm associated with the aircraft involved in the fatal crash of Ajit Pawar in Baramati. Lokesh rejected claims made by the YSR Congress Party, stating there is no ownership or operational connection between the companies.

What Sparked the Allegations?

Following the plane crash that killed Ajit Pawar earlier this year:

Claims surfaced that VSR Aviation had links to Heritage.
Videos were reportedly shared by Rohit Pawar, Pawar’s nephew.
The YSR Congress Party amplified the allegations, suggesting political or financial links.

The controversy quickly turned into a political flashpoint in Andhra Pradesh.

Lokesh’s Response

Nara Lokesh strongly rejected the claims, stating:

Heritage Finlease was established in 1996.
VSR Aviation was founded in 2022.
VSR Aviation, like many firms, had financial dealings with Heritage Finlease.
Financial transactions do not imply ownership or operational control.

He questioned why he should respond to what he described as “baseless allegations” made by Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, but added that all necessary clarifications would be provided.

Lokesh also stated he would present full details of the VSR Aviation matter to the media.

Political Undertones

The issue has intensified political rivalry between:

The ruling leadership aligned with Lokesh
The opposition YSR Congress Party

Lokesh accused YSRCP of spreading misinformation and drawing unfounded parallels to past controversies.

The allegations center on whether financial relationships between companies constitute deeper institutional ties — a claim Lokesh firmly denies.

Key Entities

Nara Lokesh – Andhra Pradesh Minister
Ajit Pawar – Deceased Maharashtra leader
VSR Aviation – Aviation firm linked to aircraft
Heritage Finlease – Finance company accused of link
YSR Congress Party – Opposition party raising allegations
Rohit Pawar – Ajit Pawar’s nephew
Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy – YSRCP leader

Final Verdict

The allegations linking Heritage Finlease to VSR Aviation stem from reported financial dealings rather than demonstrated ownership or operational control. Nara Lokesh has categorically denied any direct connection and promised to provide documentary clarification.

At present, the controversy appears politically driven, with competing narratives rather than confirmed evidence of corporate wrongdoing. Further clarity will depend on the financial disclosures Lokesh has pledged to make public.