While Independence Day celebration delayed dahi handi festivities in Thane on Tuesday, the lower cash prizes brought down the enthusiasm of the mandals. Only 1,267 events have been registered, compared to 1,322 last year.”Dahi Handi in Thane is one of the most talked about festival of the year. Thane’s dahi handi found a mention in the Guinness Book of World Records. Meanwhile, in Kalyan, a 50-ft high dahi handi has been put up at Shivaji Chowk. However we have decided to take necessary precautions while selecting govindas,” said Vishwanath Bhoir, Kalyan city chief, Shiv Sena.

Source: Hindustan Times August 15, 2017 06:48 UTC