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NDTV
a day ago
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- NDTV
2 Dead, 95 Injured During 'Dahi Handi' Festivities In Mumbai
Mumbai: The death count in 'Dahi Handi' festivities in Mumbai on Saturday touched two after a 14-year-old 'govinda' was declared dead on arrival by doctors in a hospital in Ghatkopar, a civic official said. Rohan Mohan Malvi, part of the Gaondevi Govinda Pathak, fell unconscious while sitting in a tempo in Adarsh Nagar area of Andheri East, the official said, adding he did not take part in the pyramid formation since he had recently suffered a bout of jaundice. "He was rushed to Rajawadi Hospital in Ghatkopar where doctors declared him dead on arrival," he said. Earlier, in the afternoon, a 32-year-old man fell to death while tying 'Dahi Handi' in Mankhurd in the north eastern part of the metropolis, officials said. The dead was identified as Jagmohan Shivkiran Chaudhari. "He was tying the handi (an earthen pot filled with curd which groups of 'govindas' try to reach and break by forming a human pyramid) to a rope from the first-floor window grille of his house in Maharashtra Nagar when he fell. He was taken to civic-run Shatabdi Govandi Hospital where he was declared brought dead," an official said. As on 9pm, the number of persons injured during the festivities stood at 95, the condition of two being serious, the official said. "Of the 95 govindas, 76 were discharged after the treatment, while 19 are hospitalized. The 95 comprise 30 in the island city, 31 in the eastern suburbs and 34 in the western part of the city," he informed. Dahi Handi festival is celebrated across Maharashtra to mark the birth of Lord Krishna. The festival sees troupes of young men and women forming human pyramids to break dahi handis (pots of curd) suspended in the air with ropes.
News18
a day ago
- Health
- News18
Teen Among Two Dead At Mumbai's Dahi Handi Celebrations, Dozens Hospitalised
The festivities turned tragic as two 'govindas' died, including a 14-year-old boy and a 32-year-old man. 95 others were injured Two people died during Mumbai's Dahi Handi celebrations on Saturday, including a 14-year-old boy who was declared dead on arrival at a hospital in Ghatkopar, officials said. Dozens were also injured, with some in serious condition. The deceased teen, Rohan Mohan Malvi, a member of the Gaondevi Govinda Pathak, lost consciousness while sitting in a tempo in Adarsh Nagar, Andheri East. An official said Rohan had not participated in forming the human pyramid as he was recovering from jaundice. He was rushed to Rajawadi Hospital in Ghatkopar, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. Earlier in the day, a 32-year-old man died after falling while tying a 'Dahi Handi' in Mankhurd, in the northeastern part of the city. The man was identified as Jagmohan Shivkiran Chaudhari. Officials said Jagmohan was tying the handi — an earthen pot filled with curd, which groups of 'govindas' try to break by forming a human pyramid — to a rope from the first-floor window grille of his house in Maharashtra Nagar. He fell and was taken to the civic-run Shatabdi Govandi Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival. Of the injured, 76 were treated and discharged, while 19 remained hospitalised. The casualties were spread across the city, with 30 in the island city area, 31 in the eastern suburbs, and 34 in the western suburbs. Dahi Handi is celebrated across Maharashtra to mark the birth of Lord Krishna. During the festival, teams of young men and women form human pyramids to reach and break the curd-filled handi suspended in the air by ropes. The event is known for its colourful and lively atmosphere but can also be dangerous due to the risky pyramid formations. (With inputs from PTI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Health
- Indian Express
Two die in separate cases while taking part in Dahi Handi celebrations
Amid Janmashtami celebrations, a 32-year-old person died on Saturday after he fell while rehearsing for a Dahi Handi event. The Shatabdi Hospital, Govandi, reported the accident at 3 pm. The victim, Jagmohan Shivkiran Chaudhari, was a member of the group of Bal Govinda Pathak in Raigad Chawl, Maharashtra Nagar, Mankhurd. Another incident took place around 9 pm at Adarsh Nagar in Andheri. Rohan Valvi (14), a Govinda of Gaondevi Govinda Pathak, who was previously suffering from jaundice, was seated in a tempo and did not participate in Dahi Handi. However, he became unconscious and was taken to a private hospital and then to Rajawadi Hospital where he was declared dead. These apart, several injuries to Govindas (human pyramid participants) were reported across the city. According to Chaudhari's family, he was tying the rope for the handi from the first floor of a residential building on the G+1 floor when he lost his balance and fell within the house. He was taken immediately to Shatabdi Hospital by relatives, where the doctors declared him brought dead. According to Trombay police, Chaudhari was declared dead at 12.35 pm. 'The deceased person was not a member of any Dahi Handi troupe or a Govinda. While helping children tie the Dahi Handi, he felt dizzy and collapsed inside the house gallery, where he died, ' a senior police official said. Family members confirmed that Chaudhari was within the grill of the building while securing the rope. Police and civic authorities stated necessary protocol was in process following the hospital report. Besides, there were reports of a number of injuries linked to the Dahi Handi festival in different parts of Mumbai throughout the day. According to officials from civic and government hospitals up to 6 pm, a total of 75 people got hurt while creating human pyramids. In Cooper Hospital and other central zone facilities (CT), 48 Govindas were admitted. Of the 48, nearly 27 were under treatment, 21 were discharged following medical treatment and one was described as serious. The seriously injured patient was 23-year-old Shreyas Chalke, who was shifted to G T Hospital. A total of 17 injuries were reported in the eastern zone. Thirteen of the injured patients were discharged after treatment, and four were still admitted. In the western zone, 10 Govindas were treated for their injuries. Nine were discharged, while one was still critical. The patient who was identified was nine-year-old Aryan Yadav and is being treated at BDBA Hospital in Kandivali. A total of 75 patients were injured up to 6 pm. Out of them, 43 were discharged, 32 were kept under treatment and two were critical. Every year, during Dahi Handi festival, hospitals in the city are put on alert to treat such cases. Civic authorities confirmed that no untoward incident, except the injuries reported and one casualty, had been reported until Saturday night.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Climate
- Indian Express
Landslide in Mumbai's Vikhroli kills two amid overnight rains
A landslide triggered by heavy overnight rains killed two people in Mumbai's eastern suburb of Vikhroli early Saturday, officials said. Two others were injured in the incident, which occurred when soil and loose stones slid from a hillside and fell onto their hut. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported that the landslide struck at 2:39 am near Jankalyan Society in Vikhroli's Varsha Nagar. The site, which falls under the Vikhroli Park Site area, has been flagged as a landslide-prone zone and comes under the jurisdiction of the city's collector. According to officials, four people were affected when debris collapsed onto the hut. They were taken to Rajawadi Hospital, where two — Shalu Mishra, 19, and Suresh Mishra, 50 — were declared dead. The injured, identified as Aarti Mishra, 45, and Ruturaj Mishra, 20, are stable and under treatment in the hospital's trauma ward. The incident came as Vikhroli recorded some of the heaviest downpours in the eastern suburbs overnight. Between 11 pm Friday and 5 am Saturday, Tagore Nagar recorded 213 mm of rain while Vikhroli West saw 211 mm, according to municipal records. Surveys by the Geological Survey of India have identified Vikhroli as one of the eastern suburbs with the highest number of landslide-sensitive sites. Informal settlements, often built on the slopes of these hills, are home to lower-income and marginalised communities who remain exposed to such risks because of limited housing alternatives. In May, the BMC had urged residents of these landslide-prone zones to relocate to safer areas. Civic officials issued notices to vacate homes along the slopes, advising people to move to designated safer pockets.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
BMC contract labourer succumbs to injuries 2 days after hit-and-run accident in Mumbai
Mumbai: A BMC contract labourer, Ankush Bharpur (42), died on Tuesday, two days after he was struck by an unidentified vehicle near Kannamwar Nagar bus stand on Eastern Express Highway in Vikhroli (E). Vikhroli police said they registered a case against the unidentified driver for rash and negligent driving under the relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Motor Vehicles Act, and are checking CCTV footage to trace the vehicle. In his police complaint, Bharpur's son said his father took a bus from Kurla on Sunday. Around 7.30pm, Bharpur alighted from THE bus and was crossing Eastern Express Highway, when a speeding vehicle heading towards Thane rammed into him. Bystanders rushed Bharpur, who was unconscious, to Babasaheb Ambedkar Hospital in Tagore Nagar. Later, he was shifted to Rajawadi Hospital in Ghatkopar, where a medical examination revealed a fractured knee and injuries to the head and abdomen. He succumbed to his injuries early on Tuesday. 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 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.
