In preparation for the festive fervor of Navratri, organisers of Dandiya events, not only in Mumbai but across the state of Maharashtra, have been tasked with ensuring the well-being of participants. The directive comes from none other than Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who has urged Dandiya organisers to prioritize the health and safety of attendees, an official statement said on Thursday.

During the nine days of Navratri, Maharashtra witnesses a multitude of Dandiya events, often organised with the active involvement of various political parties. While it's common practice for organisers to provide basic health facilities, there have been instances where these services were overlooked. To bridge this gap, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has issued an essential mandate to deploy primary health facilities and fully equipped ambulances at all Dandiya event venues, the statement said.