Maharashtra Government is trying to rope in Bollywood actor Aamir Khan to be brand ambassador of its de-addiction campaign.
The star is yet to respond, though he has acknowledged the communication from the state. The state is hopeful of his response, but would approach other movie stars, Maharashtra's minister for social justice Shivajirao Moghe said. "The first-ever literary meet with an anti-addiction theme will be organised on October 2 at Pune. Literary figures, artistes and organisations working in the field will be invited," he said. The department has also instituted cash awards for those promoting anti-addiction through plays, articles, news reports and awareness campaigns.
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