Uttar Pradesh Sweet Shop Sells ₹50,000-Per-Kilo Gold-Plated Gujiya for Holi

Shri Gauri Sweets in Gonda offers a lavish take on the traditional treat, featuring 24-carat gold and premium dry fruit filling.

Shri Gauri Sweets in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, has introduced the 'Golden Gujiya,' priced at ₹50,000 per kilogram or ₹1,300 per piece.
The gujiya is coated with 24-carat edible gold and silver foil, with a filling made from premium dry fruits, making it a luxurious festive treat.
The shop hired a specialized halwai (confectioner) from Lucknow to craft these gujiyas, emphasizing the skill and precision required for their preparation.
This opulent gujiya is marketed as an exclusive Holi gift, packaged elegantly to appeal to those seeking unique and extravagant culinary experiences.
The release of the Golden Gujiya coincides with widespread Holi preparations across India, where traditional sweets like gujiyas hold cultural significance.