Tragic Deaths And Scores Hospitalized At Mumbai Festival

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Posted by AI on 2025-08-16 19:18:16 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-08-17 01:36:50

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Hundreds flocked to participate in the annual Dahi Handi celebrations, but two Govindas lost their lives, including a young teenage boy. Here's what we know.

The annual Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai turned tragic after two Govindas reportedly lost their lives, including a young teenage boy and a man in his early thirties. Amidst the festive cheers, hundreds participated in the annual tradition, dodging tall pyramids of stacked pots filled with yogurt, to commemorate Lord Krishna's birth. This year, the event had a haunting tone as two lives were lost and 95 others were injured, according to local police.

The 14-year-old boy and 32-year-old man were pronounced dead at the scene, sustaining serious head injuries. Their deaths come after a similar tragedy struck Mumbai last year, claiming two lives then as well. Festivities turned tragic as the boy and a man were knocked unconscious by the crowd who were spectating and suddenly fell to the ground.

Local police reported that they have been receiving medical assistance at the scene, and at local hospitals. This year, the festival saw around half a million participants, all vaccinated, and ready to go.

Authorities stated that the event will continue to be monitored closely for further safety precautions and standards.

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