Dahi Handi Celebrations: A Tribute to Bravery and Faith
Union Minister Piyush Goyal joins Mumbai's Janmashtami festivities, honoring women's achievements and soldiers' valor in Operation Sindoor. Celebrations across Maharashtra spotlight cultural pride and military bravery with banners and special dedications.

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Union Industry and Supply Minister Piyush Goyal attended Dahi Handi celebrations on Janmashtami, recognizing a women's group for breaking the Dahi Handi. Highlighting the event's symbolism, Goyal connected it to PM Modi's vision of a 'Suraksha Kavach' inspired by Lord Krishna. He offered heartfelt wishes to devotees observing Janmashtami.
In Pune, a Govinda troupe honored the bravery of armed forces involved in 'Operation Sindoor,' energizing the Dahi Handi celebrations with banners narrating the military's response to the Pahalgam terror attack. The event saw significant participation, with the Punit Balan Group organizing it to commemorate the operation's success.
In Mumbai's Ghatkopar, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted a Dahi Handi event dedicated to soldiers from Operation Sindoor, organized by BJP MLA Ram Kadam. Celebrations extended to Tembhi Naka, with Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde among attendees, underscoring the alignment with national pride and cultural festivities.
(With inputs from agencies.)