238 'Govindas' Injured in Mumbai's Dahi Handi Celebrations During Janmashtami

Mumbai: number of injured 'Govindas' during Dahi Handi festival in Mumbai has climbed to 238 as of Wednesday, according to latest reports. Earlier today, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) h reported 63 injuries, but by end of day on Tuesday, this number h surged to 103.

'Govindas,' participants who form human pyramids as part of Janmashtami festival, were rushed to BMC-run hospitals and private hospitals for immediate medical treatment. A civic official confirmed increased number of injuries and noted that all necessary medical assistance was being provided to those affected.

Dahi Handi festival, a popular event in Mumbai, involves teams of young men and women forming human pyramids to break a pot filled with curd, hanging at a significant height. While festival is celebrated with much enthusiasm, it often les to injuries 

(With Inputs from ANI)