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SZP wins praise

18-07-2025 12:00:00 AM

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde praises Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par at special screening

CJ Desk

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde attended a special screening of Aamir Khan’s sports drama Sitaare Zameen Par and praised the movie for raising awareness about children with learning difficulties. The special screening was organised by Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC.

Deputy CM Shinde, while speaking at the event, appreciated the film for addressing such an important topic with sensitivity and emotion, and  also assured that the state government would extend full support to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

“Special children are not different from others in their right to education... The Maharashtra government is committed to providing all necessary support to ensure their integration into mainstream schools. If needed, decisions will also be positively considered at the BMC level,” said Shinde.