(From left) MNS leader Amit Thackeray with his cousins, Shiv Sena (UBT) legislator Aaditya Thackeray and Tejas Thackeray. PIC/X
Participants click a photo with Worli Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Aaditya Thackeray
The event featured enthusiastic participation by govindas, who formed multi-level human pyramids as part of the traditional Dahi Handi celebrations.
Aaditya Thackeray highlighted the spirit of unity displayed by govindas as they came together to form towering human pyramids
Mumbai’s Girgaon witnessed festive fervour on Saturday as Dahi Handi celebrations brought together govinda pathaks and residents to mark Janmashtami
Amid chants of ‘Govinda re Gopala’, govinda pathaks showcased their strength, coordination and teamwork as they attempted to reach and break the suspended handi
Aaditya Thackeray shared moments from the celebrations on social media, describing the enthusiasm surrounding Dahi Handi across Maharashtra
A young govinda with an idol of Lord Krishna
The Dahi Handi event was organised by Santosh Shinde, the department chief of Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) South Mumbai Division No 12, under the theme ‘Janmashatabdi Sahebanchi, Nishtavantanchi Dahi Handi’
The human pyramids provided a major attraction for residents and visitors who gathered to watch the celebrations
Aaditya Thackeray cheers the participants as they attempt to break the handi
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray and MNS leader Amit Thackeray attended the celebrations and joined in the festive spirit.