A 29-year-old Indian expatriate residing in Abu Dhabi was declared the winner of the UAE lottery's first 100 million dirham jackpot, the largest prize awarded in the country to date. The winner, identified as Anil Kumar Bolla Madhavrao Bolla from South India, was officially announced in a video by the UAE lottery on Monday. Reports indicate this draw took place during the 23rd Lucky Day event, where 29-year-old Bolla made history with his stunning victory.
A 100 Million Dirham Lottery Win
Anil Kumar Bolla took home 100 million dirhams. He commented, "This is a lucky day we will never forget." For Anil Kumar, the day of the victory was not just an ordinary day, it was a turning point that changed everything. A transformed life, and a testament to the magic that happens when you #DareToImagine. The UAE lottery shared a video of the interview along with a post exclaiming, "Congratulations, Anil Kumar."
How Did He Choose His Winning Ticket?
In a clip, Anil Kumar, who has been in the UAE for just a year and a half, explained that he used the Easy Pick option, which generates selections automatically from a "Days Set," and then deliberately chose number 11 from the "Months Set" to honor his mother's birth month. "I didn’t use any magic or trick," he said, "so I just picked Easy Pick... the final number is very special. It’s my mother’s birthday." He also revealed that he purchased 12 tickets in one go. Anil Kumar recounted the moment of disbelief when he realized his victory, "I was shocked. I was sitting on the couch and just kept thinking, yes, I won."
What Will He Do with the Money?
He stated that his focus now is on how responsibly to use this money. He said, "I was just thinking about how to invest this amount and spend it wisely." He added, "Winning this amount makes me feel I have the means now. I need to work on my ideas properly, and I want to do something big." His aspirations include purchasing a supercar and celebrating his victory at a luxury resort.
He also mentioned that he wants to settle his family in the UAE and support them financially. He expressed, "I just want to move my family to the UAE and live my whole life enjoying with them." Further, he said, "My parents had very small dreams, and I want to fulfill all of their dreams, whatever they may be, and take care of them."
Donating to Charity
The 29-year-old also mentioned that he hopes to donate a part of this unexpected fortune to charity. He said, "I believe this donation will reach those who genuinely need the money." In a message to other lottery players, he advised, "I believe everything happens for a reason. I advise every player to keep playing, and trust me, luck will favor you one day." He expressed his gratitude to the organizers, calling it a "huge opportunity," and added, "I sincerely thank the UAE lottery because you’ve provided me with a great opportunity, and I hope such opportunities continue."
