Dahi Handi Festival
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7-year-old boy dies during Dahi Handi celebration in Mumbai's Malad, another woman dies in Pune
Maharashtra | Sep 05, 2026, 06:01 PM ISTIn another incident, a 45-year-old woman was crushed to death under an iron frame in Pune, while at least 32 'Govindas' were injured during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai and 10 in Thane, officials said on Saturday.
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Maharashtra rolls out Rs 10 lakh insurance cover for 1.6 lakh 'Govindas' ahead of Dahi Handi
Maharashtra | Aug 06, 2026, 07:55 PM ISTThe Maharashtra government has announced a Rs 10 lakh accident insurance cover for 1.60 lakh Govindas ahead of the Dahi Handi festival. The scheme also includes compensation for disability and hospitalisation expenses of up to Rs 1 lakh.
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Dahi Handi 2025 wishes, photos and status to share on WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram
Events | Aug 16, 2025, 11:13 AM ISTDahi Handi 2025 is here! Send heart-touching wishes, explore photos and share WhatsApp status to celebrate the spirit of Krishna and Govinda.
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Where to watch Dahi Handi in Pune 2025: Top spots for Janmashtami celebrations
Events | Aug 13, 2025, 11:02 AM ISTThe event of Dahi Handi is a major attraction in several cities of Maharashtra, Pune being one of them. Do you want to catch Pune’s Dahi Handi 2025 events this Janmashtami? Here are some of the best places.
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Mumbai: 245 'Govindas' injured during Dahi Handi celebrations
Maharashtra | Aug 28, 2024, 11:37 AM ISTThe Maharashtra government had announced to implementation of an insurance cover of Rs 10 lakh for Govindas. According to the Sports Departments, an insurance amount of Rs 10 lakh will be provided in case of an accident or mishap while making human pyramids on the day of Dahi Handi.
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What is Dahi Handi? Know date, significance, rituals and more about the joyous festival
Lifestyle | Aug 23, 2024, 04:09 PM ISTDahi Handi, a vibrant and colourful Indian festival, celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. It's a joyous occasion marked by enthusiasm, teamwork, and a dash of daring.
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Maharashtra govt announces Rs 10 lakh insurance cover for 'Govindas' during Dahi Handi festival
Maharashtra | Jul 26, 2024, 07:38 PM ISTDahi Handi festival is celebrated with great fervour in many cities of Maharashtra. The youth, in large numbers, participate in this festival. They break the pot of curd hanging at a height to replicate Lord Krishna.
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Mumbai: 24-year-old 'Dahi Handi' participant dies; FIR against event organiser
India | Aug 23, 2022, 12:42 PM ISTMumbai NEWS: Sandesh Dalvi suffered serious head injuries after he fell from a human pyramid formed by 'Govindas' during Krishna Janmashtami celebration at Bamanwadi in Vile Parle area on Friday.
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Major Dahi Handi organiser in Maharashtra cancels celebration owing to COVID-19 spread
India | Jun 22, 2020, 06:42 PM ISTBiggest Dahi Handi organiser in Maharashtra, Sanskruti, has cancelled the celebration this year. The organisers have said that the money meant for Dahi Handi will be used for COVID-19 treatment.
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Colourful Dahi Handi fest draws millions in Mumbai
India | Aug 18, 2014, 06:06 PM ISTMumbai: Millions of Mumbaikars trooped on to roads here Monday to celebrate the Dahi Handi festival.Amidst tight security, teams of 'Govindas' went around from one place to another, singing, dancing, throwing colour and building human