The Dahi Handi Mahotsav organised by Shinde Sena MLA Prakash Surve saw a dazzling response from Dahi Handi Pathaks all over Borivli and Kandivli. The ground was crowded by many mandals waiting for their turn to form layers (thars).

Raj Prakash Surve told mid-day, “This year, we have focused on the topic of women’s safety and empowerment. That being the case, apart from the prize money announced for Govinda Pathaks, we have decided to give an extra prize of R5,000 to each woman Govinda Pathak participating. Apart from this, we have made it compulsory for Govinda Pathaks attempting to make a human pyramid of seven tiers and above to wear a harness. This way, the safety of Govindas is ensured and we can make sure that no major injuries occur.”