Nokia India's 500 millionth phone is up for auction!

Nokia is on a roll these days. The Chennai factory of Nokia is all set to roll out Nokia India's 500 millionth phone! For a brand which is still one of the most trusted one in India, it's a significant milestone. The Finnish manufacturer is planning to highlight this special feat in a unique way.

The historical device - a special edition Nokia C3-00, autographed by Nokia's brand ambassador Shahrukh Khan - is up for bid on Nokia India - 500 millionth device website. The highest bidder gets the chance to claim this phone by the King Khan himself.

"We have created a unique record across the world – this is not only a proud moment for us at Nokia, but a major highlight in India’s young and rising electronics manufacturing industry", said Prakash Katama, Director – Chennai Factory Operations, Nokia India.

Wait, there are other goodies in store here. If you happen to be the highest bidder, you will get a lifetime opportunity to watch the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians in Kolkata on May 22, 2011. Nokia further adds that the highest bidder will be contacted by Nokia to pay the winning bid, and Nokia will match this amount and donate to charity.

So here's your chance to get a brand new Nokia C3 autographed by Shahrukh Khan along with free ticket to the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians in Kolkata on May 22.

The time left for the bidders to participate is about 9 days 5 hours at the time of uploading the story. The Nokia C3-00 auction is open and running on http://nokia500million.com.