In a historic stroke of luck, Anilkumar Bolla Madhavarao, a 29-year-old expatriate from Andhra Pradesh, has won an astounding 100 million Emirati dirhams (approximately ₹240 crore) in a UAE lottery — the largest-ever jackpot awarded in the nation’s history.
Anilkumar, who moved to the United Arab Emirates in search of better career opportunities, was overwhelmed with emotion when his ticket number was announced during the grand draw. The life-changing win instantly turned the young Indian worker into a multi-crore millionaire, capturing hearts across the Indian diaspora in the Gulf.
“I still can’t believe it,” Anilkumar said, holding back tears. “I came here to work hard and support my family — never imagined I’d be blessed like this.”
Lottery organizers confirmed that this was a record-breaking payout, marking a major milestone in the UAE’s long-running raffle series.
The news has ignited waves of celebration among Indian expatriates, many of whom see Anilkumar’s win as a powerful story of hope, hard work, and destiny — a reminder that dreams can indeed come true, even far from home.
