Mumbai’s Govinda mandals are stepping up preparations for Dahi Handi as Janmashtami approaches. Youngsters from Shree Sai Mandal were seen practising human pyramids at Pratiksha Nagar in Sion, balancing festive preparations with safety precautions. (Pics/Atul Kamble)

Preparations for Season 4 of the Pro Govinda League kicked off on an auspicious note at the Shri Siddhivinayak Temple in Dadar. "Bittu Boss," the league's fearless leopard mascot, made its debut appearance alongside Purvesh Sarnaik and members of the administration team to seek blessings. (Pics: Ashish Raje)