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Agriculture
Nana Patekar’s Philanthropy Aids 77 Lakh Farmers After Life‑Changing TV Report
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 09 Oct 2026, 05:43 AM
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Actor Nana Patekar said a television report changed his perspective, leading him to redirect savings of Rs 1.5 crore—originally meant for a car—to support farming communities, benefiting 7.7 million farmers.
Nana Patekar, known for his versatile acting, disclosed in a recent interview that he had been saving Rs 1.5 crore to purchase a new car.
He explained that a televised report on the struggles of Indian farmers prompted him to reconsider his priorities, inspiring him to use the funds for agricultural support instead.
The actor partnered with several NGOs and government schemes to distribute seeds, fertilizers and financial aid, reaching approximately 77 lakh farmers across multiple states.
Beneficiaries have reported improved crop yields and reduced debt burdens, while Patekar said the experience gave him a deeper sense of purpose beyond the film industry.
He explained that a televised report on the struggles of Indian farmers prompted him to reconsider his priorities, inspiring him to use the funds for agricultural support instead.
The actor partnered with several NGOs and government schemes to distribute seeds, fertilizers and financial aid, reaching approximately 77 lakh farmers across multiple states.
Beneficiaries have reported improved crop yields and reduced debt burdens, while Patekar said the experience gave him a deeper sense of purpose beyond the film industry.