Rajahmundry Ramesh wins Rs. 1.53 crore in a cockfight

Cockfighting events are in full swing across West Godavari district as part of Sankranti celebrations. On the second day of the festival, a high-stakes cockfight held in the Tadepalligudem area grabbed widespread attention, with the winner reportedly taking home a massive prize of Rs. 1.53 crore from a single bout.

According to details, the intense contest took place at the Paiboyina Venkataramayya arena, featuring roosters owned by Prabhakar from Gudivada and Ramesh from Rajahmundry. After a thrilling and closely fought battle, Ramesh’s rooster emerged victorious, earning him Rs. 1.53 crore. Locals say this is the biggest cockfight held in the district during this year’s Sankranti festivities.