Indian retiree wins Dh50,000 in Big Ticket weekly e-draw
72-year-old Kerala-born former Dubai resident shares plans to give back
Dubai: A 72-year-old retired engineer from India has won Dh50,000 in Big Ticket’s first weekly e-draw of February. Joykutty Mathew, originally from Kerala, received the news while visiting his daughter and son-in-law in Abu Dhabi.
Mathew spent more than 25 years working in Dubai before retiring. During his time in the UAE, he regularly bought Big Ticket entries, often picking one up whenever he travelled through Abu Dhabi.
“I’ve lived in this country for a long time and have taken part in Big Ticket for years,” he said. “I missed Richard’s call at first because of my international number, which was disappointing. But when I later learned that I had won, I felt truly happy and grateful.”
Plans to support charity
Mathew said he plans to use part of the prize money for his personal needs. He also intends to donate a portion to charity, saying he wants to give back and support those in need.
He added that he will continue to try his luck and encouraged others to stay hopeful, noting that even a small win can make a difference.
More chances to win in February
Big Ticket’s February campaign features a Dh15 million grand prize, which will be drawn live on March 3. In addition, five consolation prizes of Dh100,000 each will be awarded.
Three more weekly e-draws will also take place this month, with four winners in each draw set to receive Dh50,000.
