Talcher’s 4‑Tonne Ganesh Laddoo Auctioned for ₹17 Lakh

Talcher, Odisha: Devotees witnessed a spectacular auction of a four‑tonne laddoo offered to Lord Ganesh, which fetched ₹17 lakh.

The Diamond Group secured the winning bid after intense competition among local organisations and individuals.

Despite heavy rainfall, hundreds of devotees stayed to cheer the event, underscoring its cultural and spiritual significance.

The laddoo, believed to bring prosperity, will be distributed among family and friends, with remnants sprinkled across fields, businesses, and homes.

The auction also marked the beginning of the Ganesh immersion procession, a tradition that unites the community in devotion and celebration.