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Sharad Pawar recalls Nana Patekar's help for drought-hit farmers
Actor Nana Patekar has died at his home in Goa.
Sharad Pawar went to a hospital near Panaji to pay tribute to him.
Pawar said Patekar was talented in films and theatre.
He also remembered Patekar as someone who wanted to help people in trouble.
During a drought in Maharashtra, Patekar and actor Makarand Anaspure helped farmers through their group, Naam Foundation.
Pawar said he had known Patekar and his family for many years.
He described the news of Patekar's death as shocking.
Pawar offered condolences and wished strength for the actor's family.
Sharad Pawar paid tribute to veteran actor Nana Patekar at Goa Medical College and Hospital near Panaji.
Patekar died at his residence in Goa, the report said.
Pawar recalled Patekar's contributions to cinema and theatre and his desire to help people in distress.
During a drought in Maharashtra, Patekar and Makarand Anaspure assisted farmers through Naam Foundation.
Pawar said he had a close relationship with Patekar and his family and offered them condolences.
- Who
- Sharad Pawar paid tribute to Nana Patekar and recalled his work with Makarand Anaspure.
- What
- Pawar remembered Patekar's contributions to cinema, theatre and drought relief for farmers through Naam Foundation.
- Where
- Pawar spoke at Goa Medical College and Hospital near Panaji, where Patekar's remains were brought for post-mortem.
- When
- Thursday, October 8, according to the report.
- Why
- Pawar visited after learning of Patekar's death and offered condolences to his family.
Key facts
- Person remembered
- Veteran actor Nana Patekar
- Comments made by
- Sharad Pawar, president of the Nationalist Congress Party (SP)
- Farmers' assistance
- Patekar and actor Makarand Anaspure helped drought-affected farmers through Naam Foundation
- Location of hospital visit
- Goa Medical College and Hospital near Panaji
- Date in report
- October 8
- Place of death
- Patekar's residence in Goa
Quotes
Sharad Pawar
Nationalist Congress Party (SP) president and former Union agriculture minister
“I remember when there was a drought in Maharashtra, Nana and Makarand established the Naam Foundation and helped farmers.”
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“Nana made significant contributions to the fields of art and theatre. He had a nature of helping people.”
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