Sun Feb 09 15:55:31 UTC 2025: ## Maharashtra Deputy CM Offers Financial Aid to Family of Deceased Kirtankar

**Mumbai, February 9, 2025** – Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has announced ₹32 lakh in financial assistance to the family of Shrirish Maharaj More, a renowned kirtankar (religious singer) who died by suicide last week. The aid, announced on Mr. Shinde’s birthday, was presented to the More family by MLA Vijay Shivtare.

More, a descendant of Sant Tukaram Maharaj and a resident of Dehu, reportedly took his own life due to overwhelming debt. He left a note indicating a ₹32 lakh loan burden. The Deputy Chief Minister’s contribution is equal to the amount of debt More owed.

This act of support comes as a response to the tragic circumstances surrounding More’s death. (Those struggling with distressing thoughts may call DISHA helpline at 1056).

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