Krishna Janmashtami 2024 LIVE Updates: 63 `Govindas` injured during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai

Krishna Janmashtami 2024 LIVE Updates: No safety measures in place for Govindas at Sena (UBT) leader Shailesh Shah`s event

The Dahi Handi event organised by Shailesh Shah, Shiv Sena (UBT) Vidhansabha Sanghatak, at Chikuwadi, Borivali West, has come under scrutiny due to the lack of adequate safety measures for participants. The Govindas, who form human pyramids to reach the handi, are reportedly only equipped with helmets, with no harnesses, mattresses, or protective vests in place. The pyramids are being constructed on concrete roads, raising concerns about the potential for serious injuries. The absence of proper safety protocols has sparked outrage among attendees and local residents, who are calling for immediate action to ensure the well-being of the participants.

No safety measures in place at Shailesh shah, Shivsena (UBT) vidhansabha sanghatak organised dahi handi at Chikuwadi, Borivali west. Govinda are left on the mercy of only helmets worn by them. No harness, matresses or vests. pyramid on concrete roads. @mid_day#DahiHandi2024 pic.twitter.com/dFCYpPlKk0

— Prasun Choudhari (@PrasunChoudhari) August 27, 2024

Krishna Janmashtami 2024 LIVE Updates: 63 `Govindas` injured during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai

At least 63 `Govindas`, youngsters involved in forming multi-storeyed human pyramids as part of the `Dahi Handi` celebrations, were injured in Mumbai on Tuesday, officials said. The injured Govindas were admitted to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)-run and private hospitals in the city for treatment, a civic official said. The Dahi Handi, a part of the Janmashtami festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna, saw enthusiastic participation by revellers. The festival is being celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety in Mumbai and other parts of the state.

Krishna Janmashtami 2024 LIVE Updates: Experience the vibrant Dahi Handi celebrations from Malad East!

Experience the vibrant Dahi Handi celebrations from Malad East!

Via: @ranjeetnature#DahiHandi #malad #DahiHandiCelebration #dahihandi2024 #janmashtami #janmashtamispecial #mumbai #festivals #Mumbaifestivals #festivalvibes pic.twitter.com/IMSQQcHnzF

— Mid Day (@mid_day) August 27, 2024

Krishna Janmashtami 2024 LIVE Updates: BEST says 55 routes were disrupted/ diverted on occasion of Gokulashtami

BEST diverted/ short-terminated several bus routes. The BEST in their communique said, "Today, a total of 55 bus routes have been diverted/disrupted during the day, they are as follows:- Bus route numbers 118,287,629,453,185,375,505,473,374,08,3,379,605,217,307,484,167,05,85,355,606,9, 22, 6,321,325,419,352,360,380,378,21,399,377,361,367,126,121,103,66,69,14,15,124,134,706,707,718,86,211,214,215,219,607& A72. As per the instructions of the traffic police, the said bus route will be restored as soon as possible."