A 53-year-old truck driver from Punjab living in Dubai for 18 years won Dh500,000 (about ₹1.23 crore) in the Abu Dhabi Big Ticket's Series 291 draw, according to livemint.com. He was among five Indian expatriates who collectively received consolation prizes worth Dh1.95 million (around ₹4.78 crore).
Kulwant Singh, residing in Dubai's Jebel Ali area, has been buying Big Ticket entries for around two years, participating monthly with a group of five friends. For the latest draw, Kulwant randomly selected a ticket that secured the Dh500,000 prize for the group. He expressed happiness upon learning about the win and said the winnings would be shared among the group members.
The Abu Dhabi Big Ticket lottery is popular among expatriates, with many participating regularly in hopes of winning large prizes. Kulwant had been following the lottery through online videos for years before deciding to join. His win highlights the appeal of such lotteries for migrant workers seeking financial support for their families and homes abroad.
Kulwant Singh said he plans to use his share of the winnings for his family's needs and their home. He also intends to continue participating in future Big Ticket draws, maintaining his monthly routine with his friends, according to livemint.com.