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Deccan Herald
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Dahi Handi festival: Maharashtra to insure 1.5 lakh 'Govindas'; payout of Rs 10 lakh for fatality
During the Dahi Handi festival, part of Janmashtami celebrations, Govindas (youngsters) form human pyramids to smash a pot of milk, curd and butter suspended at a height, in a playful re-enactment of Lord Krishna's childhood antics.
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Health
- Business Standard
Dahi Handi: Maha to insure 150K 'Govindas'; payout of ₹10 lakh for fatality
The Maharashtra government has announced insurance coverage to 1.5 lakh 'Govindas' taking part in Dahi Handi festivities with a maximum payout at Rs 10 lakh in case of death, a move coming less than a month before the popular festival. During the Dahi Handi festival, part of Janmashtami celebrations, Govindas (youngsters) form human pyramids to smash a pot of milk, curd and butter suspended at a height, in a playful re-enactment of Lord Krishna's childhood antics. The insurance package will cover accidental injuries (sometime fatal) caused during the formation of human pyramids. The state government will bear the insurance costs for registered participants forming human pyramids during the popular festival, which will be celebrated on August 16 this year, according to a government resolution (GR) issued on Wednesday. The Maharashtra State Govinda Association, Mumbai, has been designated to verify the training, age and participation of Govindas, and submit their details to the commissioner of sports and youth services in Pune. The GR outlined six categories of accidents and the corresponding insurance payouts. In case of death during a Dahi Handi performance, the kin of the deceased Govinda will receive Rs 10 lakh. The same amount will be paid in case of total permanent disability, such as the loss of both eyes or two limbs. Govindas suffering the loss of one eye, one arm, or one leg will be eligible for a compensation of Rs 5 lakh. Partial or permanent disablement will be compensated in accordance with the insurance company's standard categories of percentage-based disability, said the order. Additionally, the insurance scheme will cover medical expenses up to Rs 1 lakh for injuries sustained during performances, it stated. The move comes as part of the state government's initiative to promote the traditional sport while ensuring the safety and well-being of participants. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Dahi Handi festival: Maharashtra to insure 1.5 lakh 'Govindas'; payout of ₹10 lakh for fatality
Mumbai, The Maharashtra government has announced insurance coverage to 1.5 lakh 'Govindas' taking part in Dahi Handi festivities with a maximum payout at ₹10 lakh in case of death, a move coming less than a month before the popular festival. Dahi Handi festival: Maharashtra to insure 1.5 lakh 'Govindas'; payout of ₹ 10 lakh for fatality During the Dahi Handi festival, part of Janmashtami celebrations, Govindas form human pyramids to smash a pot of milk, curd and butter suspended at a height, in a playful re-enactment of Lord Krishna's childhood antics. The insurance package will cover accidental injuries caused during the formation of human pyramids. The state government will bear the insurance costs for registered participants forming human pyramids during the popular festival, which will be celebrated on August 16 this year, according to a government resolution issued on Wednesday. The Maharashtra State Govinda Association, Mumbai, has been designated to verify the training, age and participation of Govindas, and submit their details to the commissioner of sports and youth services in Pune. The GR outlined six categories of accidents and the corresponding insurance payouts. In case of death during a Dahi Handi performance, the kin of the deceased Govinda will receive ₹10 lakh. The same amount will be paid in case of total permanent disability, such as the loss of both eyes or two limbs. Govindas suffering the loss of one eye, one arm, or one leg will be eligible for a compensation of ₹5 lakh. Partial or permanent disablement will be compensated in accordance with the insurance company's standard categories of percentage-based disability, said the order. Additionally, the insurance scheme will cover medical expenses up to ₹1 lakh for injuries sustained during performances, it stated. The move comes as part of the state government's initiative to promote the traditional sport while ensuring the safety and well-being of participants. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Homeopath sued for 98L in consumer court after patient's death
Rajkot: A man has filed a petition in consumer court here against a homeopathy practitioner, demanding Rs 98 lakh as compensation for the death of his 25-year-old son, alleging medical malpractice. The petition filed by Praful Khakhar, states that his son Yash, used to work for a private company in Ahmedabad. He fell ill during a visit home for the Janmashtami festival on Aug 28. Experiencing weakness and uneasiness, Yash was taken to Shriji Clinic, run by Dr S J Panelia, who has a homeopathy degree. The petition alleges that Panelia, despite not having the proper qualifications, conducted pathological tests and administered modern medicines, including intravenous medication. As Yash began shivering and lost consciousness, Dr Panelia shifted him to Pulse Multispecialty Hospital, which advised a brain MRI. He was later referred to the Civil Hospital and then another private hospital, where he died. The family says that despite a postmortem examination, they were not told what the cause of death was. Gajendra Jani, who is representing Khakhar, said, "We've also filed an application with police. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The doctor treated the patient without having the appropriate qualifications. This is a clear case of medical malpractice. The court admitted our petition and issued notice to the respondents." The petition accuses Dr Panelia of medical negligence, professional misconduct, deficiency in service and unfair trade practices. The Rs 98 lakh claim includes compensation for lost future income, mental trauma and litigation costs.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Banke Bihari priests say no prasad for BJP leaders, officials
Agra: Priests of Vrindavan's Banke Bihari temple announced on Monday that they will no longer offer ceremonial scarves or prasad to BJP leaders and local officials during darshan. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This comes after over 50 days of protests against the proposed Banke Bihari Corridor. Gyanendra Kishor Goswami, a member of the temple's management, said the latest decision came after local women protesting the project were "manhandled" by police during UP power and urban development minister A K Sharma's visit on Saturday. "We have no choice but to protect Bihari ji from a govt trying to turn our spiritual shrine into a picnic spot. We've been protesting peacefully, in the spirit of Gandhiji, without disturbing law and order," said Goswami. "On Saturday, the women came to submit a memorandum against the corridor, but police pushed and manhandled them, refusing to let them meet the minister. We do not want such 'VIPs' here. That's why the priests decided not to honour ruling party leaders or officials with ceremonial scarves. " He clarified that darshan would remain open to all. Goswami also noted that a review petition on the corridor project is still pending before the Supreme Court, even as local authorities continue land surveys. "What's the hurry? They only know how to demolish buildings, not how to find solutions acceptable to all sections of Vrindavan," he said. Established in 1862, the Shri Banke Bihari temple, managed by hereditary Shebaits, is among India's most visited pilgrimage sites. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The redevelopment project, modelled on the Kashi Vishwanath corridor, is estimated to cost Rs 500 crore and involves acquiring nearly five acres around the shrine. SC has allowed land purchases using the temple's fixed deposits, on the condition that ownership remains with the deity or a newly formed trust. The corridor is expected to displace around 275 families, including 200 shopkeepers. Flats in Rukmini Vihar and Sunrakh Bangar have been earmarked for rehabilitation, and officials have promised compensation and alternative shop spaces. The redevelopment gained momentum after a stampede-like incident during Janmashtami in 2022 left two devotees dead. In Sept 2023, the Allahabad high court directed the state to implement a corridor plan to improve crowd safety and access.
