Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Maharashtra Offers Insurance for Dahi Handi Festival Participants
The Maharashtra government is offering insurance to protect the young people called 'Govindas' who build human pyramids during the Dahi Handi festival.
This insurance will cover them if they get hurt while participating in the event.
If someone tragically dies or becomes totally disabled, their family will receive Rs 10 lakh.
Govindas who experience lesser injuries will also receive compensation.
The insurance also includes medical expenses coverage.
The goal is to make the festival safer for all participants.
Maharashtra government will insure 1.5 lakh Govindas participating in Dahi Handi festivities.
The insurance covers accidental injuries during human pyramid formation.
The maximum payout for death or total permanent disability is Rs 10 lakh.
Partial disability will be compensated based on the insurance company's categories.
Medical expenses up to Rs 1 lakh for injuries are covered.
- Who
- The Maharashtra government and 1.5 lakh 'Govindas'.
- What
- Maharashtra government to provide insurance coverage to Govindas participating in Dahi Handi festivities.
- When
- The festival will be celebrated on August 16th.
- Where
- Maharashtra.
- Why
- To promote the traditional sport and ensure the safety of participants.
- Event
- Dahi Handi festival
- Participants Insured
- 1.5 lakh Govindas
- Maximum Payout (Death/Total Disability)
- Rs 10 lakh
- Medical Expenses Coverage
- Rs 1 lakh
- Governing Body
- Maharashtra State Govinda Association
- Date of Announcement
- July 23