Panna: Seven workers have struck it lucky in Madhya Pradesh’s Panna district after finding a 16.96-carat high-quality diamond in a shallow mine in Sarkoha village, officials said. The diamond has been estimated to be worth between Rs 30 lakh and Rs 50 lakh, though its final value will be determined at a government auction. AdvertisementDespite working in the mine for a considerable period without finding a diamond, Pal continued to inspect the area. The diamond was later deposited at the government diamond office in Panna in accordance with the prescribed rules. While officials have estimated the diamond’s value at Rs 30 lakh to Rs 50 lakh, Pal hopes it could fetch up to Rs 1 crore at the auction.