He will be a part of the Janmashtami celebrations organised by Sachin Ahir at Worli's Jamboree maidan. Says Hrithik, "The joy of participating in a real life dahi handi of such massive scale is unparalleled and unbeatable.

This festival brings the entire community together. I am looking forward to see how these agile govindas perform on Janmashtami day.

" The star-studded event will also have Esha Deol performing a ballet, playing Radha before thousands of Govindas. Over 400 Govinda mandals will participate in the dahi handi event that will be held on Janmashthami by politician Sachin Ahir and wife Sangeeta's NGO Shri Sankalp Pratishthan at Jamboree Maidan in Worli.

While Hrithik Roshan and Esha Deol will perform at the celebration, Emraan Hashmi will be among the guests visiting the venue. Says Sangeeta, "We have always received great response for the celebration that we hold every year.

We take all precautionary measures to ensure the safety of every participant by keeping medical aid handy. At the venue, we also carpet the entire ground to avoid any injury if the participants fall while forming the human pyramid.

" Speaking about why he thinks this festival is so important, Sachin says, "Dahi handi is instrumental in community building and creates a sense of belonging. Large teams are trained with the help of a coach for months to master the art of forming the tallest human pyramid.

And for that physical fitness is a must for every participant. The group effort of all participants is a visual delight to watch.

" Apart from the dahi handi celebrations, a special felicitation ceremony will be held to laud the efforts of the brave staff members who saved the national flag during the Mantralaya blaze (less)