(In pics) Nana Patekar in Jammu and Kashmir

Nana Patekar appreciates the hardships by the border forces who sacrifice their lives for our safety.

65-year old actor Nana Patekar visited the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday.

He said, "The soldiers, who serve in uniform are at the front are our real heroes, they fight a battle everyday to protect the integrity of the nation."

Appreciating the hardships of the security forces, he said that it was an honor to visit them. "It is a great opportunity for me to come and meet BSF troops. The whole nation stand firmly with them," he said.

Wiping tears

Jammu: Bollywood actor Nana Patekar consoles a family member of martyred Sepoy Gurnam Singh during a visit to BSF's Paloura camp in Jammu on Wednesday. PTI

A tribute

Jammu: Bollywood actor Nana Patekar pays tributes to soldiers who lost their lives in cross-border firing during a visit to BSF's Paloura camp in Jammu on Wednesday. PTI

My condolences

Jammu: Bollywood actor Nana Patekar consoles the family members of martyred Sepoy Gurnam Singh during a visit to BSF's Paloura camp in Jammu on Wednesday. PTI

India stands by you

Jammu: Bollywood actor Nana Patekar consoles the family members of martyred Sepoy Gurnam Singh during a visit to BSF's Paloura camp in Jammu on Wednesday. He appreciates the sacrifice of the martyrs and hails their contribution in building a safe society. PTI

A friendly shake

Jammu: Bollywood actor Nana Patekar meets school children during a visit to BSF's Paloura camp in Jammu on Wednesday. PTI

In serious discussion

Actor Nana Patekar speaks to the BSF jawans, lending a patient ear to their sacrifices.