Archive · 5 Sep 2026
Dahi Handi Survivor Seeks Permanent Medical Support After 17 Years
Nagesh Bhoir was taking part in a Dahi Handi celebration in Bhiwandi in 2009.
He fell when the human pyramid he was climbing collapsed.
Nagesh was 24 years old at the time.
The fall badly injured his spine, and he has not been able to stand since then.
He now uses a bed or wheelchair and depends on his family for daily needs.
He needs hospital care and special treatment every two months.
His family has difficulty paying these continuing costs, although some friends help with money.
His mother is asking the Maharashtra government for regular support instead of a single payment.
Nagesh also urges Govindas to celebrate Dahi Handi enthusiastically while taking safety seriously.
Nagesh Bhoir suffered a severe spinal injury after falling from a human pyramid in Bhiwandi in 2009.
Bhoir was 24 at the time and has been unable to stand for 17 years, relying on a bed or wheelchair.
He requires hospital visits and specialised medical treatment every two months.
His retired father, ageing parents, elder sister and friends face continuing financial pressure from his care costs.
Bhoir’s mother has appealed to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for permanent monthly medical support rather than one-time aid.
- Who
- Nagesh Bhoir, his family and friends; his mother has appealed to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
- What
- Bhoir suffered a severe spinal injury during a Dahi Handi fall and now needs continuing medical care.
- When
- The accident occurred in 2009, and the family has been dealing with its consequences for 17 years.
- Where
- The accident occurred in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra; the family lives in the Gauripada-Kaneri area of Bhiwandi.
- Why
- The family cannot sustainably afford Bhoir’s recurring treatment expenses and is seeking permanent government assistance.
- Accident year
- 2009
- Age at accident
- 24
- Current age
- 41
- Injury
- Severe spinal injury
- Treatment schedule
- Hospital care and specialised treatment every two months
- Mobility
- Unable to stand; uses a bed or wheelchair
- Requested assistance
- Permanent provision for recurring monthly medical expenses
