The passing away of veteran actor Nana Patekar has sent shockwaves across the entertainment industry and political corridors alike. Leaders from various spectrums have expressed deep grief and shared heartfelt memories of the actor, who was as celebrated for his grounded nature as he was for his stellar cinematic performances.
Leaders Remember His Social Work and Humility
NCP-SP President Sharad Pawar visited the Goa Medical College and Hospital to pay his final respects to Nana Patekar. Highlighting his contribution to art and society, Pawar recalled the drought days in Maharashtra when Patekar and actor Makrand Anaspure established the 'Naam Foundation' to support distressed farmers facing severe water crisis.
Similarly, former Jammu-Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah remembered Patekar as a noble soul who dedicated his life to helping the underprivileged without any bias. Sharing an anecdote from their time together in Kashmir, Abdullah recalled taking him to Kupwara and Gurez valleys. He fondly remembered dancing with the actor during a wedding they both attended in the valley.
A Lifeline For The Underprivileged
Patekar's legacy extends far beyond celluloid, deeply rooted in grassroots philanthropy. Through initiatives like the Naam Foundation, he helped countless destitute families and widows in drought-hit regions become self-reliant, cementing his image as a real-life messiah for the rural poor.
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