Dahi handi 2023: History, significance, celebrations
1 year, 3 months ago

Dahi handi 2023: History, significance, celebrations

Live Mint  

Dahi Handi, one of India's favorite festivals, is all set to light up the skies once again. The term "Dahi Handi" translates to "pot of yogurt," symbolising Krishna's fondness for it. The highlight of Dahi Handi is the formation of human pyramids, called "Govindas," to reach and break the Dahi Handi suspended at a considerable height. The pyramid gradually takes shape with the youngest Govinda climbing to the top to reach the Dahi Handi. Govindas at dahi handi in Maharashtra, India Apart from the pyramids, Dahi Handi also includes cultural programs, dance performances, and religious ceremonies at temples.

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245 'Govindas' injured during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai
3 months, 3 weeks ago

245 'Govindas' injured during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: A total of 245 'Govindas' or youngsters involved in forming human pyramids as part of the 'Dahi Handi' celebrations were injured in Mumbai a day ago, civic officials said on Wednesday. As part of the celebrations, Govindas form multi-tiered human pyramids to break Dahi Handis suspended mid-air. Eleven of them were admitted to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation -run KEM …

Dahi Handi celebrations underway in Mumbai; 35 major mandals in Pune to hold joint Dahi Handi event to ease traffic woes
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Dahi Handi celebrations underway in Mumbai; 35 major mandals in Pune to hold joint Dahi Handi event to ease traffic woes

The Hindu  

Dahi Handi festival is being celebrated in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra on Tuesday to mark Krishna Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. Over the last few years, some Dahi Handi events backed by politicians in Mumbai and its metropolitan region, including Thane, Kalyan, Navi Mumbai and Panvel, have become famous due to hefty prize money, the presence …

Dahi Handi: Mumbai’s ‘Govindas’ underway, security tightened
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Dahi Handi: Mumbai’s ‘Govindas’ underway, security tightened

Live Mint  

Dahi Handi: India's financial capital of Mumbai is in high spirits on the occasion of Dahi Handi amid the Janmashtami festivities this year. As many as 15 govindas have been injured so far this year during Dahi Handi festival in Mumbai, ANI reported citing data from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. Celebrations underway in Mumbai The Dahi Handi festival is being …

How Mumbai Celebrated Dahi Handi To Mark Janmashtami — WATCH
3 months, 3 weeks ago

How Mumbai Celebrated Dahi Handi To Mark Janmashtami — WATCH

ABP News  

Janmashtami celebrations across Maharashtra saw devotees participate in the Dahi Handi ritual, which involves a human pyramid of revellers attempting to break an earthen pot filled with butter, ghee, curd, fruits and sweets hung at a height. #WATCH | Mumbai, Maharashtra: Dahi Handi was organised at Shri Siddhivinayak Temple on the occassion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami. pic.twitter.com/G9pPJwF5fM — ANI August …

What is Dahi Handi? Know the date, timing, significance and celebrations of Dahi Handi festival
4 months ago

What is Dahi Handi? Know the date, timing, significance and celebrations of Dahi Handi festival

Hindustan Times  

Dahi Handi 2024: Dahi Handi is celebrated annually across the country. Dahi Handi 2024: Date and timings Dahi Handi is celebrated annually, a day after Krishna Janmashtami. Ashtami Tithi Begins - 3:39 am on August 26 Ashtami Tithi Ends - 2:19 am on August 27 Dahi Handi 2024: What is Dahi Handi? Dahi Handi 2024: Celebrations Dahi Handi is one …

Muslim girls participate in dahi handi, notch up a win for communal harmony
4 months ago

Muslim girls participate in dahi handi, notch up a win for communal harmony

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: This Janmashtami, dahi handi events in Jogeshwari will witness something a trifle out of the ordinary. “The first thing we asked the Manihar siblings was if they had permission from their parents to participate,” said Harshali Rane, coach of the Jogeshwari Mata Mahila Govinda Pathak comprising 80 to 100 members with a support team. “She has been playing kabbadi …

25-year-old dahi handi participant becomes paralysed after fall
1 year, 3 months ago

25-year-old dahi handi participant becomes paralysed after fall

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Suraj Kadam, 25, is lying in KEM Hospital’s high-dependency unit, a ward for intensive observation, treatment and nursing care, after being diagnosed with quadriplegia or paralysis below the chest level. “He was on the second level of the pyramid when the person above him slipped and fell on Suraj,” said Sachin Jadhav, Kadam’s uncle. “When the person above him …

Mumbai: 195 'Govindas' injured in Dahi Handi celebrations, several admitted to hospital in critical condition
1 year, 3 months ago

Mumbai: 195 'Govindas' injured in Dahi Handi celebrations, several admitted to hospital in critical condition

India TV News  

Dahi Handi celebrations: On the occasion of Janmashtami in Mumbai, as many as 195 'Govindas' were injured in different incident while celebrating Dahi Handi and several are admitted to hospitals, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said on Friday. Several were admitted to hospital The BMC has reported that during the Dahi Handi celebrations organized on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami in Mumbai, …

Janmashtami 2023: Watch Krishna leelas unfurl in Delhi at these fairs
1 year, 3 months ago

Janmashtami 2023: Watch Krishna leelas unfurl in Delhi at these fairs

Hindustan Times  

The Capital’s vibrant streets, colourful processions, and lively music are reverberating not just in the G20 vibe, but also echoing Govinda Govinda! Here’s a low down of all the major fairs where you can immerse yourself in the festivities: Check out the Janmashtami melas happening across Delhi, this year The grandeur of Krishna’s leela Around 250 professional dancers will mark …

Janmashtami 2023: From Dahi Handi to temple decorations, devotees worldwide celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna with joy
1 year, 3 months ago

Janmashtami 2023: From Dahi Handi to temple decorations, devotees worldwide celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna with joy

Hindustan Times  

Janmashtami 2023: From Dahi Handi to temple decorations, devotees worldwide celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna with joy Janmashtami 2023: From the exciting Dahi Handi festivities to the intricate temple decorations, devotees came together to celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna.. 1 / 7 View Photos in a new improved layout Janmashtami 2023: The auspicious festival of Krishna Janmashtami is …

Janmashtami 2023: What is Dahi Handi? Here’s how civic authorities are prepared
1 year, 3 months ago

Janmashtami 2023: What is Dahi Handi? Here’s how civic authorities are prepared

Live Mint  

Janmashtami 2023: The Hindu festival of Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami, Gokulashtami, Krishnasthami, or Srijayanti, commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu. ‘Pro Govinda’ competition The Maharashtra government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, is set to host a "Pro Govinda" competition featuring cash prizes as part of this year's ‘Dahi Handi’ celebrations, …

Janmashtami 2023 celebrations across India; from children dressed up as Krishna to breaking dahi handi
1 year, 3 months ago

Janmashtami 2023 celebrations across India; from children dressed up as Krishna to breaking dahi handi

Live Mint  

In pics |Janmashtami 2023 celebrations across India; from children dressed up as Krishna to breaking dahi handi 11 Photos. 4/11Students from the Shivaji Shikshan Sanstha partake in Dahi Handi festivities in anticipation of Krishna Janmashtami, in Mumbai on Tuesday, September 5. 7/11A student from Shivaji Shikshan Sanstha is attired as Lord Krishna as part of the festivities marking the Dahi …

When is Dahi Handi 2023? Date, Shubh Muhurat, History, Significance, and Tips For Safe Human Pyramid
1 year, 3 months ago

When is Dahi Handi 2023? Date, Shubh Muhurat, History, Significance, and Tips For Safe Human Pyramid

News 18  

Dahi Handi is closely associated with the celebration of Janmashtami, the birthday of Lord Krishna. Dahi Handi is a lively and vibrant festival that pays homage to Lord Krishna’s way of life and his playful nature. Dahi Handi 2023: Date and Shubh Muhurat Dahi Handi is traditionally observed on the day following Krishna Janmashtami. The auspicious timing for the festival …

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: Places to visit for Dahi Handi celebrations
1 year, 3 months ago

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: Places to visit for Dahi Handi celebrations

Hindustan Times  

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: The special time of the year is here. Krishna Janmashtami 2023: Places to visit for Dahi Handi celebrations It is believed that Lord Krishna, as a child, developed his love for curd and butter so much that he and his boy troop started stealing from the neighbourhood houses. Here is a list of places to visit for …

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: What is Dahi Handi? All about its significance and how it's celebrated
1 year, 3 months ago

Krishna Janmashtami 2023: What is Dahi Handi? All about its significance and how it's celebrated

Hindustan Times  

It is that time of the year! One of the popular cultural sports celebrated on Krishna Janmashtami is Dahi Handi. Dahi Handi is celebrated to commemorate the lifestyle of Lord Krishna. All about its significance and how it's celebrated Significance: According to Hindu mythology, when Lord Krishna was young, he developed his love for dahi, butter and other milk products. …

Around 153 Injured Mumbai, 64 In Thane Trying To Form Human Pyramid During Dahi Handi Competition
2 years, 4 months ago

Around 153 Injured Mumbai, 64 In Thane Trying To Form Human Pyramid During Dahi Handi Competition

ABP News  

New Delhi: About 153 Dahi Handi participants were injured in Mumbai and 64 in Thane city while forming a human pyramid during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations, the civic body officials said on Saturday. Civic-run hospitals, including Nair Hospital, treated 12 participants, 10 were treated in Sion Hospital, six were taken to Trauma Care Hospital, Bhabha Hospital five, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Hospital …

Mumbai: Over 100 injured while forming human pyramids during Dahi Handi
2 years, 4 months ago

Mumbai: Over 100 injured while forming human pyramids during Dahi Handi

Firstpost  

According to the municipal body, while most of them were discharged after treatment, 23 participants were admitted to hospitals and their condition was said to be stable New Delhi: As many as 111 ‘Govindas’ or Dahi Handi participants were injured while forming human pyramids during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai on Friday, according to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. The state …

Janmashtami celebrations in full swing in Mumbai | Pics
2 years, 4 months ago

Janmashtami celebrations in full swing in Mumbai | Pics

India Today  

Krishna Janmashtami, which marks the birth of Lord Krishna, is being celebrated with great pomp and show across India. #WATCH | Maharashtra: Girls participate in the Dahi Handi competition in Mumbai on the occasion of Janmashtami Visuals from Dadar Nakshatra Lane, Mumbai pic.twitter.com/0PwbhPd1y2 — ANI August 19, 2022 Devotees gathered at Iskcon temple in the city to mark Janmashtmi celebrations. …

Janmashtami 2022: Govindas set world record by smashing 50 ft high dahi handi in Mumbai
2 years, 4 months ago

Janmashtami 2022: Govindas set world record by smashing 50 ft high dahi handi in Mumbai

India Today  

The Govindas of Jai Jawan Govinda Pathak team has set a Guinness Book of World Record for the tallest human pyramid and smashed a dahi handi at the height of 50 ft in Mumbai. They formed the tallest human pyramid during the recent Dahi Handi festival in the city and surpassed Spain and China to enter the prestigious Guinness Book …

Krishna Janmashtami 2022: Country celebrates Dahi Handi festival with great pomp and grandeur
2 years, 4 months ago

Krishna Janmashtami 2022: Country celebrates Dahi Handi festival with great pomp and grandeur

Hindustan Times  

Krishna Janmashtami 2022: Country celebrates Dahi Handi festival with great pomp and grandeur Dahi Handi festival sees groups of 'govindas' moving around in cities and vying with each other in breaking Dahi Handis. Dahi Handi festival sees groups of 'govindas' moving around in cities and vying with each other in breaking Dahi Handis and winning prizes. 1 / 6 The …

’Dahi-Handi’ to be recognised as sport in Maharashtra: CM Eknath Shinde
2 years, 4 months ago

’Dahi-Handi’ to be recognised as sport in Maharashtra: CM Eknath Shinde

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on 18 August announced that 'Dahi-Handi' will now be recognised as an official sport in the state. Speaking on the occasion of Janmashtami, Shinde said, "'Dahi-Handi' will be recognised under the sports category in Maharashtra. 'Dahi-Handi' – also known as 'Gopalakala' – is a ritual in which devotees of Lord Krishna recreate the famous act …

Janmashtami 2022: Places to visit for Janmashtami and Dahi Handi celebrations
2 years, 4 months ago

Janmashtami 2022: Places to visit for Janmashtami and Dahi Handi celebrations

Hindustan Times  

Janmashtami 2022: The special day is almost here. Janmashtami is the also the time when Dahi Handi celebrations take place. Associated with the celebrations of Krishna Janmashtami, Dahi Handi is an event where a clay pot filled with butter and yoghurt and other milk-based food items are hanged at a considerable height from the ground. Janmashtami 2022: Places to visit …

Janmashtami and Dahi Handi 2022: 5 prasad recipes that you can make at home
2 years, 4 months ago

Janmashtami and Dahi Handi 2022: 5 prasad recipes that you can make at home

Firstpost  

The auspicious Hindu festival of Janmashtami will be celebrated on 18 and 19 August this year. In dahi handi, a group of boys make a human pyramid to reach a hanging earthen pot and break it. Dahi handi takes place to mark the times from Lord Krishna’s childhood when he made a human pyramid with his friends to reach a …

Janmashtami 2022: What is Dahi Handi festival and what goes into Handi?
2 years, 4 months ago

Janmashtami 2022: What is Dahi Handi festival and what goes into Handi?

Firstpost  

The Dahi Handi festival is a symbol of the cheerful spirit of Lord Krishna’s time at Nanda Gokul and how he led the community of young men and children towards a higher spiritual pursuit, along with their games, in nature’s lap. Dahi Handi is marked on the next day of Krishna Janmashtami and is also popularly known as Gokulashtami. Devotees …

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