Maharashtra Govt Confirms State Funeral for Nana Patekar

Veteran actor Nana Patekar breathed his last on Thursday. He was 75. Tributes have been pouring in since news of his demise broke.

From members of the film fraternity to political leaders, social media has been flooded with messages of grief and condolences. 

Paying his condolences, Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar announced that Nana Patekar would be accorded a state funeral in recognition of his immense contribution to Indian cinema.

In a post on X, Ashish



Shelar wrote, "Considering the unparalleled contribution of actor Nana Patekar to Marathi plays as well as Marathi and Hindi cinema, we have decided to conduct his last rites 'with full state honors'." He also spoke to the media and expressed grief over the demise of Nana Patekar. 

"The departure of Nana Patekar ji is a profound loss for the world of art. Emerging from the lanes of Yeola, he carved out his identity in Marathi theatre, Marathi and Hindi cinema through the strength of his talent and perseverance.