Reform's new go-to guy

After Madhuri Dixit reportedly turned down Maharashtra's offer as brand ambassador for tourism, the state has sought Aamir Khan's support for its various public-welfare schemes that aim to protect the girl child and campaign against sex determination, a top official said.

Health Minister Suresh Shetty said after the immense popularity of Khan's new TV show Satyamev Jayate, he has already written to the star for support for the government's campaign against female foeticide, which is rampant in some areas.

The state request came barely a day after Khan held a high-profile meeting with Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on the issue of female foeticide and sought his government's initiatives to tackle the menace.

Besides, top stars such as Ajay Devgn and his wife Kajol will make a documentary on Save the Girl Child free of cost for the state government, an official said. "They have penned the script, which has been approved and will now be taken forward," the official added.

Marathi actors Sachin Pilgaonkar, his wife Supriya and their teenage daughter Shriya are the brand ambassadors for the state-run campaign against female foeticide.