2 days ago
1.5L+ govindas get insurance cover so far, most by state
Mumbai: The state govt's pledge to provide insurance cover to 1,50,000 govindas this Janmashtami is nearing completion. Each player is being granted Rs 10 lakh cover for a mere premium of Rs 75, also paid by the state.
By Thursday, Oriental Insurance Company, which is implementing the task, had provided cover to a record 1,51,950 govindas affiliated with 1,854 dahi handi mandals. Manager Sachin Khanvilkar said, "Of this, the govt-mandated Maharashtra Rajya Dahi Handi Govinda Association has routed the applications of 1,38,920 players belonging to 1,670 govinda troupes. Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation has insured 6,630 boys affiliated with 99 mandals.
And 85 mandals approached us directly with 6,400 entries. We will be working on Aug 15 as well so the figure will increase."
The family of the 11-year-old govinda who lost his life in Dahisar is not eligible though, as underage players are ineligible for participation.
You Can Also Check:
Mumbai AQI
|
Weather in Mumbai
|
Bank Holidays in Mumbai
|
Public Holidays in Mumbai
|
Gold Rates Today in Mumbai
|
Silver Rates Today in Mumbai
Bala Padelkar, head of Dahi Handi Samanvay Samiti, said, "Insurance has certainly benefited govindas who are now participating fearlessly in greater numbers."tnn
Stay updated with the latest local news from your
city
on
Times of India
(TOI). Check upcoming
bank holidays
,
public holidays
, and current
gold rates
and
silver prices
in your area.
Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with
Happy Independence Day wishes
,
messages
, and
quotes
!
