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Maharashtra rolls out Rs 10 lakh insurance cover for 1.6 lakh 'Govindas' ahead of Dahi Handi
['Anurag Roushan']
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Mumbai:Ahead of the annual Dahi Handi festival in Maharashtra, the Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis-led government has rolled out a comprehensive insurance scheme for nearly 1.60 lakh Govindas participating in the celebrations across the state.
According to the government order, Govindas will be entitled to an accident insurance cover of up to Rs 10 lakh.
A major boost for Dahi Handi participantsThe announcement comes as a significant welfare measure ahead of one of Maharashtra's biggest festivals.
About Dahi Handi festivalDahi Handi is celebrated on Janmashtami to mark the birth of Lord Krishna.
Notably, Maharashtra hosts some of the country's largest Dahi Handi events, attracting thousands of participants and spectators every year.