Nana Patekar Last Rites: When and Where Will the Funeral of the Veteran Actor Take Place in Maharastra
Ashish Shelar said the decision reflects Patekar’s contributions to cinema and theatre, along with his work for farmers, youth and water conservation.
- Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at 75 on Thursday morning in Goa, prompting the Maharashtra government to announce he will be cremated with full State honours.
- Dr. Shekhar Salkar stated that Patekar was "brought dead" to Manipal Hospital, where despite 45 minutes of continuous CPR, he could not be revived.
- Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar said the decision honors Patekar's immense contribution to Marathi and Hindi cinema, while Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde praised his Naam Foundation work for farmers.
- Shelar tweeted that the final rites may take place at his farmhouse in Pune's Donje area at 4 pm today.
- Throughout his storied career, Patekar remained active in projects like Vanvaas and Subedaar, earning a Padma Shri, three National Film Awards, and 4 Filmfare Awards.
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