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IN PICS | Dahi Handi 2026: Worli’s Jamboree Ground erupts in festive fervour as govindas build human pyramids

Updated On: 05 September, 2026 08:34 PM IST | Divya Nair

Govinda pathaks gathered at Worli’s Jamboree Ground on Saturday for grand Dahi Handi 2026 celebrations. The festive ground came alive as teams displayed strength, coordination and teamwork while attempting to build multi-storey human pyramids. PICS/SAYYED SAMEER ABEDI

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A Govinda pyramid rises against Mumbai’s towers at Worli’s Jamboree Ground on Saturday. PIC/SAYYED SAMEER ABEDI
A Govinda pyramid rises against Mumbai’s towers at Worli’s Jamboree Ground on Saturday. PIC/SAYYED SAMEER ABEDI
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Mumbai’s Jamboree Ground in Worli turned into a vibrant hub of Dahi Handi celebrations on Saturday as govinda pathaks gathered in large numbers to mark Janmashtami
Mumbai’s Jamboree Ground in Worli turned into a vibrant hub of Dahi Handi celebrations on Saturday as govinda pathaks gathered in large numbers to mark Janmashtami
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The ground was filled with festive energy as teams of govindas prepared to take on the traditional challenge of breaking the Dahi Handi by forming multi-storey human pyramids
The ground was filled with festive energy as teams of govindas prepared to take on the traditional challenge of breaking the Dahi Handi by forming multi-storey human pyramids
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The celebrations brought together participants who displayed strength, balance, coordination and teamwork as they attempted to reach the suspended clay pots
The celebrations brought together participants who displayed strength, balance, coordination and teamwork as they attempted to reach the suspended clay pots
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Dahi Handi is an integral part of Janmashtami celebrations and commemorates the childhood antics of Lord Krishna, who is traditionally believed to have enjoyed stealing butter and curd from pots kept out of reach. The tradition has evolved into a major public celebration in Mumbai, drawing large crowds and enthusiastic participation from govinda pathaks across the city
Dahi Handi is an integral part of Janmashtami celebrations and commemorates the childhood antics of Lord Krishna, who is traditionally believed to have enjoyed stealing butter and curd from pots kept out of reach. The tradition has evolved into a major public celebration in Mumbai, drawing large crowds and enthusiastic participation from govinda pathaks across the city
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The human pyramids, some rising several levels high, provided a dramatic visual highlight as the govindas worked together to reach the handi
The human pyramids, some rising several levels high, provided a dramatic visual highlight as the govindas worked together to reach the handi
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The event was earlier attended by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
The event was earlier attended by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

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