Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Maharashtra to Insure Dahi Handi Participants with ₹10 Lakh Payout
The Maharashtra government is offering insurance to people called 'Govindas' who participate in the Dahi Handi festival.
During the festival, they build human pyramids to reach a pot.
The government will pay for medical bills if they get hurt, up to a certain amount.
If someone is seriously injured or dies while building the pyramid, their family will get a large sum of money.
The Govindas' details will be checked to make sure they are registered.
This is to support the traditional sport and keep the participants safe.
Maharashtra government will insure 1.5 lakh 'Govindas' participating in Dahi Handi festivities.
Insurance covers accidental injuries and fatalities during human pyramid formations.
Maximum payout is Rs 10 lakh for death or total permanent disability.
Coverage includes medical expenses up to Rs 1 lakh for injuries.
Maharashtra State Govinda Association will verify participant details.
- Who
- The Maharashtra government and 1.5 lakh 'Govindas' participating in the Dahi Handi festival.
- What
- Maharashtra government provides insurance coverage for Govindas participating in Dahi Handi festivities.
- When
- The insurance is for the Dahi Handi festival on August 16, as of the article's publication date, and was announced less than a month before the event.
- Where
- Maharashtra, India.
- Why
- To promote the traditional sport and ensure the safety and well-being of participants.
- Event
- Dahi Handi festival
- Location
- Maharashtra
- Participants Covered
- 1.5 lakh 'Govindas'
- Maximum Payout (Death/Total Disability)
- Rs 10 lakh
- Medical Expense Coverage
- Up to Rs 1 lakh
- Governing Body
- Maharashtra State Govinda Association
- Date of GR (Govt. Resolution)
- July 24