We will follow all the safety measures which the government has made compulsory,”

Every year, we used to set up seven level dahi handi, but since 2014 we reduced the levels. However, they lamented the fact that under-14 kids have been banned from participating in the pyramids. Till 2014, small children used to break the handi from our side, but this year, a 14-year-old boy will break the handi..A strong nylon net should be kept ready.“After receiving the HC nod, we are preparing to set up the dahi handi more than 20 feet high. Since 2014, an 18-year-old boy has been breaking the handi from our Mandal, and this year also we will be giving an 18-year old a chance,” said Ankur Gurav, coach of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vyayam Mandal, Curry road.”

Safety measures  to takeThe spot should have adequate mats.Before the ban, these young kids were the ones who stood at the top of the pyramids to break the ‘handi’ or pot due to their light weight. File image of a human pyramid of nine tiers, during Dahi Handi.Safety measures like helmets, jackets, safety belts and chest guards should beprovided.Due to the ban, the numbers of levels had been capped at four.Medical kit and ambulance should be available in case of emergencies. We generally follow all the safety measures, like kneepads and helmets.Nitin Kale, one of the participants of the Khotwadi Pathak, Santa Cruz told The Asian Age, “We have been practicing for the last two months, but due to earlier restrictions, we have practiced for only six levels, but we will now try to go up to eight levels.All members should be registered and have insurance. So far 25 mandals are ready to construct 8 level pyramids.Drunken persons should not be allowed to participate.