On the occasion of Janmashtami, Mumbai Congress President and MLA Varsha Gaikwad, along with women party workers, participated in the breaking of a 'Dahi Handi' in a symbolic protest against the 'rising oppression', 'increased incidents of atrocities against women', 'casteism', and 'inflation' in the country.

In a statement from the party, it was highlighted that following Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's successful Bharat Jodo Yatra, the Mumbai Congress has adopted a more assertive stance. Varsha Gaikwad, the newly-appointed Mumbai Congress President, has infused a sense of awareness and enthusiasm among party workers by leading initiatives against the incumbent government.