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Dahi Handi Fall Leaves Man Bedridden, Family Seeks Maharashtra Support
Nagesh Bhoir loved taking part in Dahi Handi celebrations.
In 2009, he fell from a human pyramid in Bhiwandi and badly injured his spine.
He was only 24 years old.
Since then, he has not been able to stand and spends his time in bed or a wheelchair.
He needs regular hospital visits and special medical treatment.
These costs are difficult for his family to pay.
Some of his friends help by giving part of their salaries.
His mother is asking the Maharashtra government for regular monthly medical support.
Nagesh also wants people to enjoy Dahi Handi safely and avoid taking dangerous risks.
Nagesh Bhoir suffered a severe spinal injury after falling from a human pyramid in Bhiwandi during Dahi Handi celebrations in 2009.
Bhoir was 24 at the time and has been unable to stand for 17 years; he now uses a bed or wheelchair.
He requires hospital visits and specialized treatment every two months, creating continuing financial pressure on his family.
Bhoir lives with his retired father, ageing parents, and elder sister, while friends contribute part of their salaries toward his care.
His mother has appealed to Maharashtra’s chief minister for permanent monthly assistance rather than one-time financial aid.
- Who
- Nagesh Bhoir, his family, and his supporting friends; his mother is appealing to the Maharashtra chief minister.
- What
- Bhoir suffered a severe spinal injury in a Dahi Handi fall and now needs lifelong, recurring medical care.
- Where
- The fall occurred in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra.
- When
- The accident occurred in 2009; 17 years later, his family continues to seek assistance.
- Why
- His family is struggling to afford recurring hospital and specialized treatment expenses and is seeking permanent monthly government support.
Key facts
- Accident year
- 2009
- Age at accident
- 24
- Current age
- 41
- Injury
- Severe spinal injury
- Treatment frequency
- Medical treatment is needed every two months
- Current mobility
- He is confined to a bed or wheelchair and cannot stand
- Family request
- Permanent provision for recurring monthly medical expenses
Quotes
Nagesh Bhoir's mother
Nagesh Bhoir's mother, appealing for continuing government medical support
“We do not want one-time financial aid. We urge the government to make a permanent provision for his recurring monthly medical expenditure,”
NDTV
“A single slip could mean a big mishap. It doesn't just affect the Govinda; it alters the life of the entire family forever,”
NDTV
Sources
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