Groom-to-be, 9 colleagues to share Big Ticket Abu Dhabi’s life-changing Dh20m prize. Indian engineer from Kerala, who bought the winning ticket, back at work for KHDA inspection.
Dubai: A groom-to-be gearing up for his wedding on Friday and his nine colleagues will be sharing Big Ticket Abu Dhabi’s life-changing Dh20 million prize this time, the winner of the lucky ticket revealed on Monday. The UAE’s newest millionaires are colleagues of Indian expat Prince Kolassery Sebastian, who bought the lucky ticket 197281 which hit the jackpot on Sunday night.
Indian expat Prince Kolassery Sebastian, who bought the lucky ticket 197281, has not let his newfound fortune disrupt his routine. Within 12 hours of becoming the grand prize winner of series 268, Prince was back at work to ensure his celebratory moments did not hamper the workflow, especially on a day when the school, where he is currently employed, had an inspection from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).
As an Indian engineer from Kerala, Prince is known among his colleagues for his hard work and dedication. His colleagues were thrilled with the news of the win, and there were celebrations all around as they prepared to share the massive Dh20 million prize. The group of ten, all employees at the same organization, had been pooling money to buy Big Ticket entries for some time, hoping for a stroke of luck that finally paid off in a big way.
Prince’s colleagues expressed their gratitude for his leadership in managing the ticket purchases and his generosity in sharing the prize. One of his colleagues mentioned, “Prince has always been a guiding force for us, and we are incredibly grateful to share this moment of joy and success with him. This win will significantly impact our lives and our families, and we can’t thank Prince enough for his initiative.”
Despite the excitement of the big win and the upcoming wedding, Prince remains grounded and focused on his responsibilities. He acknowledged the impact of the prize money, stating that it will help secure a better future for him and his soon-to-be wife, as well as provide financial support to their families. He also emphasized the importance of staying committed to his professional duties and not letting the sudden wealth affect his work ethic.
Prince plans to use a portion of his winnings to contribute to community projects in Kerala, particularly those focusing on education and healthcare. He believes in giving back to society and hopes to make a positive difference with his newfound wealth.
The story of Prince and his colleagues is a testament to the power of hope, teamwork, and perseverance. Their journey from regular participants in the Big Ticket draw to multimillionaires serves as an inspiration to many, demonstrating that dreams can indeed come true with a bit of luck and a lot of determination.
