‘Nandlala’ to swing in ₹8 lakh cradle: Demand for silver cradles rises this Janmashtami, weighing 11g to 2kg

Download Home Video Search Watch Top News Local National Cricket Business Originals International Tech & Science Entertainment Lifestyle Sports Utility Career West Bengal Madhya Pradesh Uttar Pradesh Rajasthan English News Local Gujarat Surat Surat Janmashtami: Silver Cradles Demand Soars | Investment & Devotion ‘Nandlala’ to swing in ₹8 lakh cradle: Demand for silver cradles, weighing 11 gm to 2 kg, rises this Janmashtami Surat 18 hours ago Copy link A 2-kilogram silver cradle worth ₹8 lakh. This Janmashtami, Surat is witnessing a growing demand for silver cradles for Lord Krishna, or ‘Nandlal’. From lightweight 11-gram cradles to grand 2-kg designs, devotees are choosing from a wide range of styles and prices.

The cradles are available from around ₹5,000 to as much as ₹8 lakh, with buyers selecting them according to their budget and preference.

Surat’s markets are seeing strong demand for uniquely designed silver cradles ahead of Janmashtami. Devotees are purchasing cradles in different weights and designs to place and worship Lord Krishna at home during the festival.

The purchase of silver cradles is not being viewed solely as a religious tradition this year. With silver prices having stabilised after recently touching record highs, many buyers are also considering the purchase an investment.