A carpenter from Mansa district in Punjab has won the first prize of Rs 1.5 crore in the Punjab State Dear 200 Monthly Lottery, a day after the birth of his daughter. The win has brought a dramatic turn of fortune for the 24-year-old who, along with his family, had been facing financial struggles.
Information was available with The Chenab Times that the carpenter, Yudhvir Singh of Bareta town, had purchased the winning ticket on November 4 while accompanying his pregnant wife for a medical examination. He reportedly bought the ticket on a whim while getting his SIM card switched at a lottery stall in Budhlada, marking his first attempt at purchasing a lottery ticket.
The results of the Punjab State Dear 200 Monthly Lottery were declared on November 7, coinciding with the day after his daughter was born. Singh has named his newborn daughter Barkat, meaning prosperity, stating that she has brought immense good fortune to their home.
Recalling the moment he decided to buy the ticket, Yudhvir Singh mentioned that his wife had initially expressed reservations due to their need for money to cover medical expenses. She had advised saving the money for the tests, especially as they had faced difficulties with a private hospital regarding billing. However, the outcome has since dramatically altered their financial circumstances.
Yudhvir Singh, who married in 2024, shared that his father, a daily wage labourer, had occasionally bought lottery tickets, but this was his personal maiden attempt. He lives with his elderly parents, his wife, and their newborn daughter in Bareta. The family has been navigating financial hardships, including the burden of monthly instalments on a loan taken to construct their modest two-room house.
Expressing his gratitude and plans for the winnings, Singh stated that his daughter has fundamentally changed his fortune. He intends to use the prize money primarily for her education and future security, ensuring she has the opportunity to become self-reliant and secure a good career. He plans to initiate the process for claiming the lottery prize soon.
Dinesh Dhanna, a lottery agent from Budhlada, conveyed his happiness that a ticket sold from his stall has positively impacted a family’s life, particularly at such a joyous occasion as the birth of a child. The win highlights the unpredictable nature of fortune and the significant impact such windfalls can have on families facing economic challenges.
The Chenab Times News Desk
