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Sharad Pawar recalls Nana Patekar's help for drought-hit farmers

Sharad Pawar recalls Nana Patekar's help for drought-hit farmers
Nana Patekar extended helping hand to farmers during drought in Maharashtra: Sharad Pawar · theprint.in

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.

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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