More than 40 Govindas, participants in the Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai, sustained injuries while forming human pyramids. The injuries occurred during the festivities, which mark the birth of Lord Krishna. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported that the injured Govindas were taken to various hospitals in the city for treatment.
Industrialist Anand Mahindra used the occasion of Janmashtami and Dahi Handi to inspire his followers on social media. He highlighted the importance of conviction, commitment, and collaboration, drawing parallels to the human pyramids formed during Dahi Handi celebrations.
Janmashtami, the festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, is observed on August 26, 2024. Learn about the significance, rituals, and history of this auspicious occasion, including the iconic Dahi Handi tradition.
