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Religion
Bhoi Pratishthan Celebrates Bhau‑Bij with Pune Fire Brigade
✍️ News18 Marathi
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 12:16 AM
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The Bhoi Pratishthan in Pune organized a Bhau‑Bij celebration in collaboration with local fire‑brigade personnel, featuring cultural performances and community outreach.
Pune's cultural organization Bhoi Pratishthan held a Bhau‑Bij ceremony on Saturday, inviting members of the city fire brigade to participate. The event, aimed at strengthening community ties, featured traditional music, dance and a symbolic exchange of sweets between the organisation's volunteers and the firefighters.
Organisers highlighted Bhau‑Bij's role in fostering brotherly affection among siblings and extended families, and they used the occasion to thank the fire‑brigade for its service to the city. Representatives from the Pune Fire Brigade joined the festivities, sharing brief remarks about safety awareness and community cooperation.
The celebration took place at Bhoi Pratishthan's premises in the city centre and attracted local residents, who observed the rituals and enjoyed the performances. The joint programme underscored the growing trend of civic bodies partnering with cultural groups for public outreach.
No injuries or incidents were reported, and the event concluded with a collective pledge to promote safety and solidarity in Pune's neighborhoods.
Organisers highlighted Bhau‑Bij's role in fostering brotherly affection among siblings and extended families, and they used the occasion to thank the fire‑brigade for its service to the city. Representatives from the Pune Fire Brigade joined the festivities, sharing brief remarks about safety awareness and community cooperation.
The celebration took place at Bhoi Pratishthan's premises in the city centre and attracted local residents, who observed the rituals and enjoyed the performances. The joint programme underscored the growing trend of civic bodies partnering with cultural groups for public outreach.
No injuries or incidents were reported, and the event concluded with a collective pledge to promote safety and solidarity in Pune's neighborhoods.