Maharashtra Announces Rs 10 Lakh Cover for 1.6 Lakh Govindas

The Story in Brief

The Maharashtra government has announced accident insurance cover of up to Rs 10 lakh for nearly 1.60 lakh Govindas taking part in Dahi Handi celebrations across the state. The scheme was rolled out ahead of the annual festival under an order issued by the government. Govindas form human pyramids to break suspended pots, an activity that can involve serious accident risks. The Devendra Fadnavis-led government said the cover is intended to provide financial protection to participants during the festivities. The order does not specify in the report how claims will be processed or when the cover will take effect.

The Indian Opinion

Calling the scheme either a publicity stunt or a complete answer to festival safety would be equally lazy. Insurance can support injured participants, but it cannot prevent falls or replace proper crowd control and medical readiness. The useful test is practical: will all nearly 1.60 lakh Govindas be covered when they participate, and will claims up to Rs 10 lakh be settled promptly after an accident?

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