In Pune, 25 areas celebrate Dahi Handi with traditional music, focusing on cultural authenticity.

In Pune, India, 25 mandals are celebrating the Dahi Handi festival with traditional Dhol Tasha music instead of DJs to revive cultural authenticity. The festival involves human pyramids breaking pots filled with curd and butter, symbolizing Lord Krishna's playful childhood. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu have extended Janmashtami greetings, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural traditions.