Archive · 14 Sep 2026
Gold-Plated, Diamond-Studded Ganesh Idol Draws Hyderabad Crowds
A special Ganesh idol was brought to Hyderabad for the Ganesh festival.
It is covered with 24-karat gold plating.
It also has 3.83 lakh American diamonds.
Leechee Pearls Jewels made the idol.
The design was inspired by two famous religious icons.
The idol is not very large, but it shines brightly.
Many people came to see it arrive.
Videos of the celebration became popular on social media.
Lee-Chee Ka Raja Ganpati arrived in Hyderabad’s Begum Bazar on September 9.
The idol features 24-karat gold plating and 3.83 lakh American diamonds.
Hyderabad-based Leechee Pearls Jewels crafted the idol for the Lee-Chee Ka Raja Ganeshotsav pandal.
Its design drew inspiration from Lalbagucha Raja’s grandeur and Tirupati Balaji’s royalty.
Videos of the idol’s arrival went viral as large crowds joined the celebrations.
- Who
- Leechee Pearls Jewels crafted the Lee-Chee Ka Raja Ganpati idol, which attracted devotees and crowds.
- What
- A 24-karat gold-plated, American diamond-studded Ganesh idol was unveiled for Ganeshotsav.
- When
- The idol arrived on September 9.
- Where
- The arrival took place in Begum Bazar, Hyderabad.
- Why
- It was created as the centerpiece of the Lee-Chee Ka Raja Ganeshotsav pandal and to attract devotees with its ornate design.
- Idol name
- Lee-Chee Ka Raja Ganpati
- Location
- Begum Bazar, Hyderabad
- Arrival date
- September 9
- Materials
- 24-karat gold plating and 3.83 lakh American diamonds
- Crafted by
- Leechee Pearls Jewels
- Design inspirations
- Lalbaugcha Raja and Tirupati Balaji
- Public response
- Large crowds attended the arrival, and videos went viral on social media