In a tragic incident during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai, a 32-year-old Govinda died after being seriously injured, the BMC said on Saturday.
The deceased, Jagmohan Shivkiran Chaudhari, a member of the Bal Govinda Pathak, reportedly fell while tying the Dahi Handi rope at Maharashtra Nagar in Mankhurd. He was immediately rushed to Shatabdi Hospital in Govandi, where doctors declared him brought dead, officials said.
The incident was reported by Shatabdi Hospital at around 3 pm, they said.
Meanwhile, until Saturday afternoon, as many as 30 people were injured during the Dahi Handi celebrations.
The Dahi Handi celebrations involve forming human pyramids.
According to information received from various government and BMC hospitals, a total of 30 Govindas sustained injuries during Dahi Handi events across the city up to 3 pm.
At Cooper Hospital: 18 injured were brought to the hospital and 12 are under treatment, 6 were discharged
– KEM Hospital: 6 injured – 3 under treatment, 3 discharged
– Nair Hospital: 6 injured – 1 under treatment, 5 discharged
As of the latest updates, 15 injured are still receiving treatment, while 15 have been discharged.
BMC offers free treatment to injured Govindas during Dahi Handi in Mumbai
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is offering free treatment to Govindas injured during the Dahi Handi festival in Mumbai, officials said on Saturday.
The festival, known for its human pyramids and lively atmosphere, also brought with it the usual concern over participant safety. To address this, civic authorities have stepped in with special arrangements.
BMC chief Bhushan Gagrani has asked all municipal hospitals to treat Govindas injured during the festivities free of cost. Every year, dozens of participants sustain injuries ranging from minor cuts to serious fractures while attempting to break the high-hanging pots.
The civic body’s move aims to ensure that no Govinda is denied immediate care due to financial reasons, officials said.
In addition, hospitals have been told to share updates on the number of injured participants with the Emergency Control Room at three-hour intervals. This step will allow the civic administration to keep track of the situation in real time and respond quickly if needed.
The BMC has also stationed medical teams near major Dahi Handi spots across the city, anticipating the usual rush of injuries that occur during the event. While the enthusiasm of participants and spectators remained undeterred, the civic administration’s focus was clearly on making sure celebrations did not come at the cost of safety.
