Nana Patekar to be cremated with state honours
Veteran actor Nana Patekar will be cremated with full state honours, the Maharashtra government announced on Thursday.
Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar made the announcement on X. He said Patekar’s final rites would be held with state honours at his farmhouse in Donje, near Pune.
Patekar, 75, died on Thursday after a heart attack at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa. He was found unconscious and rushed to hospital. Doctors tried CPR for 45 minutes but could not save him.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis spoke to Patekar’s son Malhar on the phone. He assured the family of the government’s full support.
Patekar had a career of nearly five decades. He was known for his strong roles in films like “Parinda,” “Krantiveer,” and “Natsamrat.” He won three National Film Awards and the Padma Shri.
His fans and film stars across India paid tributes. The state funeral is a mark of respect for one of India’s most loved actors.
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