Indian Man Wins ₹ 33 Crore Jackpot Using Children’s Birth Dates On Winning Ticket

Joyful celebrations erupted for Rajeev Arikkatt, an Indian immigrant residing in the UAE, after he won a staggering 15 million dirhams (approximately ₹ 33 crore) in the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi weekly draw. This life-changing windfall came as a complete surprise, with Rajeev receiving the winning ticket, number 037130, as a freebie during raffle draw number 260, according to Khaleej Times.

Rajeev, who has been participating in the Big Ticket draws for the past three years, currently works at an architectural firm in Al Ain. He shares his home with his wife and their two young children, aged five and eight. The winning ticket held special significance, featuring the birthdays of his beloved children.

Still reeling from the sudden stroke of luck, Rajeev has yet to finalize his plans for the massive windfall. However, in a heartwarming twist, he intends to share his good fortune by dividing the prize money equally with 19 others. This generous decision extends the joy of his win, transforming it into a shared celebration for a larger community.