Yesterday, Dahi-Handi, was celebrated predominantly in Mumbai, India. Dahi-handi is replica of Lord Krishna's childhood prank. According to the legend, Lord Krishna with his friends would form a human pyramid to break n share the contents of the handi(earthern pot) containing freshly churned butter. These days, political parties and business houses stuff the handies with wads of notes, tie the handis at unattainable heights(40 ft and above). Greed for the prize money and adventure drives many gullible youth and make them invalid for life. As for those who sponsor free publicity and an opening for ridding undisclosable income. What about those who die or become motionless for life? Are they to be ignored for life? This is only a ritualistic exercise not a religious affair. How many religious aspects do we follow during any festival? It is for us to introspect and decide, whether we are following ritual or religion?
The next forthcoming Ganpati festival. Environmental hazards of using plaster of paris, toxic paints and the effect it has on marine life. Besides, noise pollution, thefts in crowds, wrongs habits of drinking and misbehaving, whiling away productive time can also be seen
Govt needs to bring in restrictions on size, as in the case of Dahi Handi. Also donations need to be channelised from the offerings of devotees.
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The next forthcoming Ganpati festival. Environmental hazards of using plaster of paris, toxic paints and the effect it has on marine life. Besides, noise pollution, thefts in crowds, wrongs habits of drinking and misbehaving, whiling away productive time can also be seen
Govt needs to bring in restrictions on size, as in the case of Dahi Handi. Also donations need to be channelised from the offerings of devotees.
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