A laddu mirroring the changing fortunes of Balapur
For three decades, the Balapur Ganesh laddu has grown from a ₹450 village tradition into a ₹39-lakh symbol of faith, prosperity and changing fortunes. Once bought by farmers and shared among villagers, the prasadam is now sought by businessmen and real-estate entrepreneurs, reflecting the dramatic transformation of a once-rural landscape
· 9/25/2026, 7:31:27 PM· 2 min read
For three decades, the Balapur Ganesh laddu has grown from a ₹450 village tradition into a ₹39-lakh symbol of faith, prosperity and changing fortunes. Once bought by farmers and shared among villagers, the prasadam is now sought by businessmen and real-estate entrepreneurs, reflecting the dramatic transformation of a once-rural landscape
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