Andhra Pradesh: Man wins ₹1.53cr in cockfight, police suspect inflated bets
A cockfight in Tadepalligudem, Andhra Pradesh, just set a new record with a ₹1.53 crore payout—despite the High Court's ban on such events.
K Ramesh Raju's rooster "Dega" took the win against Gudivada Prabhakar's "Sethuva," drawing thousands from across three states to an arena buzzing with excitement.
Why does this matter?
This isn't just about one big win—the total betting across Coastal Andhra reportedly topped ₹2,000 crore, much of it from Godavari districts alone.
Police now suspect organizers may have exaggerated bet amounts to hype up the crowd.
The whole episode highlights how cockfighting keeps thriving in Andhra despite legal bans, thanks to its deep cultural roots and some political backing—a real clash between tradition and law that's hard to ignore.