Jharkhand boy's Maggi birthday party makes Internet want to send gifts via UPI

Published on 5/20/2026, 11:55:58 AM

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A packet of Maggi, a bottle of Fanta and a group of excited children sitting around a tiny stove - that is what a little boy’s simple birthday celebration in Jharkhand looked like.
Thousands of users flooded social media with wishes for the boy, Suraj, while several others even offered to send him money via UPI after his birthday video went viral online.
Read Full Story The reel opened with one of Suraj’s friends happily introducing the celebration to viewers.
“Hello guys, aaj Suraj ka birthday hai.
Woh Rs 100 ka Maggi laaya hai, aur uske saath Fanta bhi hai.

Quick context: A packet of Maggi, a bottle of Fanta and a group of excited children sitting around a tiny stove - that is what a little boy’s simple birthday celebration in Jharkhand looked like.

Published May 20, 2026.

📌 Source: India Today

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