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

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

The '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 the increased number of injuries and noted that all necessary medical assistance was being provided to those affected.

The 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 the festival is celebrated with much enthusiasm, it often leads to injuries 

(With Inputs from ANI)