Persistence paid off for Raghavan Narayanan, an Indian expat who has been living in the UAE since 1995 and buying raffle entries for nearly three decades. In a heartwarming twist of fate, he finally hit the jackpot in Abu Dhabi’s Big Ticket draw, winning with a free ticket he received during a promotion.
“Today’s win is the first time anything has ever happened to me,” said Raghavan, reminiscing about the countless years he worked the hot draw without ever succeeding. It’s not only a win for the money—it’s a story of hope, perseverance, and the pleasure of believing against all odds.
Raghavan, a resident of UAE for decades and diligent professional, has been living in UAE’s Indian community for 30 years. The victory is a life-altering experience for him and his family members, who have stood behind his aspiration to become a winner one day.
Social media is abuzz with congratulations and admiration for Raghavan’s determination, turning him into an overnight inspiration for thousands of expats who continuously try their luck in the draw. As he plots his next moves, one thing is for sure: dreams don’t expire—they just take time.
