In a serendipitous turn of events, Rajeev Arikkatt, an Indian expatriate residing in the UAE, has clinched a remarkable AED 15 million jackpot through the Big Ticket lottery. Rajeev, hailing from Al Ain, emerged as the lucky victor in the 260th draw, marking a joyous start to the year.
The news of his windfall left Rajeev in a state of disbelief, even as the representative from Big Ticket conveyed the life-changing news. "I still can't believe it. I never thought I would win such a big prize. It's like a dream come true," he exclaimed. Rajeev's journey with the lottery began three years ago with the purchase of his first ticket, and he has faithfully continued the tradition ever since.
Currently employed as an architectural draftsman, Rajeev resides in the UAE with his wife and two children, aged five and eight. The announcement of his significant win came as a surprise not only to him but also to the 20 close friends and family members who joined him in purchasing the winning ticket online.
When queried about his plans for the substantial prize money, Rajeev conveyed that he hasn't contemplated far into the future yet, emphasizing his current state of extreme happiness and gratitude. The AED 15 million windfall has undoubtedly brought an unexpected and joyous twist to Rajeev's life, solidifying the belief that sometimes dreams do come true.
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