when is dahi handi 2023
Dahi Handi in 2023 was celebrated on Thursday, 7 September 2023.
Quick Scoop: When is Dahi Handi 2023?
- Date: 7 September 2023 (Thursday).
- Relation to Janmashtami: It is celebrated the day after Krishna Janmashtami.
- Panchang details (for context):
- Ashtami Tithi began on 6 September 2023 at 3:37 PM.
* Ashtami Tithi ended on 7 September 2023 at 4:14 PM.
A Bit of Background
Dahi Handi is linked to Lord Krishna’s childhood leelas, especially his love for butter and curd and the famous human pyramids formed to reach the handi hung high above. It is particularly popular in Maharashtra, Goa and parts of Gujarat, where groups of “Govindas” form tall pyramids to break the pot filled with curd, butter and other offerings.
“Dahi Handi is never a holiday in Mumbai… roads would be too crowded and possibly with diversions too,” noted one Mumbai user in a forum discussion, highlighting how intensely the city celebrates it.
Latest News & Forum Vibes (2023 context)
- News outlets highlighted major Dahi Handi events and the huge crowds in Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai on 7 September 2023.
- Safety was a big talking point: age limits, helmets or cushioning, regulated handi heights, and on-site first-aid were strongly recommended.
- Forum users discussed office/WFH adjustments because of traffic blocks and crowds around popular mandals.
Key Facts Table (Dahi Handi 2023)
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Dahi Handi 2023 date | Thursday, 7 September 2023 | [1][3][5][7][9][10]
| Linked festival | Krishna Janmashtami (Dahi Handi is the next day) | [2][3][8][9][10][1]
| Ashtami Tithi start | 6 September 2023, 3:37 PM | [3][5][7][1]
| Ashtami Tithi end | 7 September 2023, 4:14 PM | [5][7][1][3]
| Main regions of big events | Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Goa, parts of Gujarat | [9][10][1][2][3]
| Signature ritual | Human pyramid to break a pot filled with dahi/makkhan hung at a height | [8][10][1][2][3][5][9]
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