India, Oct. 8 -- Veteran actor Nana Patekar was celebrated for his intense performances on screen, but his contribution away from films was just as meaningful. The actor had often used his platform to support people in need, particularly farmers in Maharashtra struggling with the devastating impact of farmer suicides. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had previously praised Nana for extending support without turning his charitable work into a publicity exercise.

Speaking at the launch of Shankar Mahadevan's song Khaki Ka Sitara in August this year, CM Yogi recalled Nana's work among farmers. He said, "Nana Patekar is not only an actor; he is an equally sensitive human being. When farmers in Maharashtra had started committing s...