Dahi Handi Celebrations in Mumbai See 245 Govindas Injured

A total of 245 'Govindas' were injured during the Dahi Handi festival celebrations in Mumbai. While 32 were hospitalized, 213 were treated and discharged. The festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna and involves forming human pyramids to break clay pots. Over 11,000 police personnel ensured law and order.

A total of 245 'Govindas' or youngsters involved in forming human pyramids as part of the 'Dahi Handi' celebrations were injured in Mumbai a day ago, civic officials said on Wednesday. Of these injured individuals, 32 were admitted to various hospitals, while 213 were discharged after treatment, according to officials.

The Dahi Handi, an integral part of the Janmashtami festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, saw enthusiastic participation across Mumbai and other regions of the state. The event was marked by traditional fervor and gaiety.

Participants, known as Govindas, form multi-tiered human pyramids to reach and break Dahi Handis—clay pots filled with curd—suspended high in the air. Eleven injured Govindas were admitted to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)-run KEM Hospital, four each to medical facilities in Rajawadi and Sion Hospital, and one to J J Hospital. Other casualties were treated at state-run and civic hospitals like Saint George's Hospital in south Mumbai and Trauma Care Hospital in Jogeshwari, officials added.

To ensure security and maintain law and order during the festival, more than 11,000 police personnel were deployed across the metropolis.

(With inputs from agencies.)