Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today said Marathi theatre has played an important role in the state's development.
Fadnavis who spoke at the closing ceremony of the 96th 'Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Nayta Sammelan' (National Drama Meet) here assured that his government will do everything possible to keep the Marathi theatre alive .
"I am aware of the problems faced by those related with Marathi theatre. Any state was not only evaluated on material growth but also by social and cultural growth. This is possible only if the state's art is protected, preserved and encouraged," he said.
"The Marathi theatre which has come a long way has played an important role in Maharashtra's development. Arts and culture of any state contributes immensely towards keeping alive the humanity and hence we will give all support to these arts and culture in the state," the Chief Minister added.
Fadnavis assured that a meeting involving the concerned stakeholders will be conveyed to solve problems faced by those associated with Marathi theatre.
On the demand for an amphitheatre at Masunda lake here, the CM directed Thane Municipal Commissioner to prepare a proposal in this regard and forward it to the state government.
Union Minister Anant Geete, Deputy Chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Council Vasant Davkhare, Thane guardian minister Eknath Shinde, MP Rajan Vichare along with several directors and producers were present on the occasion.
