Govindas
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Dahi Handi 2025: 95 govindas injured during Janmashtami celebrations across Mumbai, 2 critical
Maharashtra | Aug 16, 2025, 10:54 PM ISTOver time, Dahi Handi has transformed from a simple cultural tradition into a competitive and commercial event. With prize money, sponsorships, and wide media attention, it has become a stage showcasing athletic prowess and strategic teamwork.
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Dahi Handi festival: Maharashtra govt announces Rs 10 lakh insurance cover for 1.5 lakh 'Govindas'
Maharashtra | Jul 24, 2025, 09:28 AM ISTDuring the Dahi Handi festival, part of Janmashtami celebrations, Govindas (youngsters) form human pyramids to smash a pot of milk, curd and butter suspended at a height, in a playful re-enactment of Lord Krishna's childhood antics.
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Maharashtra: Nine-year-old dies, 35 Govindas injured in different Dahi Handi incidents
Maharashtra | Sep 07, 2023, 11:22 PM ISTAt least 35 'Govindas' involved in the formation of human pyramids as part of the Dahi Handi celebrations were injured in parts of Mumbai on Thursday.
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Bombay HC bars minor govindas from taking part in dahi-handi celebrations
India | Aug 11, 2014, 05:41 PM ISTMumbai: In a significant order, Bombay High Court has stopped minor govindas below 18 years of age from participating in dahi-handi celebrations.The High Court has released new guidelines for dahi-handi celebrations. Under new guidelines, no