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“In Ganjam district, almost all BJD candidates engage us conch-blowers for their campaign. Of the around 20,000 conch-blowers in the district, most are now busy taking part in BJD candidates’ campaigns. What is special about Ganjam’s conch-blowers is that they dance while blowing the conch. We make some extra money during this time,” he added. Berhampur: Come elections and members of the conch-blowing community in Ganjam district are in high demand among BJD candidates.The party — which has a conch as its symbol — hires members of the community to familiarize people in the rural areas with the symbol and create an impression among the voters..