Sunil Kumar Sadasivan, a 52-year-old maintenance technician from Kerala, India, has become the second winner of The UAE Lottery’s AED 30 million Grand Prize after selecting numbers linked to the birthdays of the three people closest to his heart – himself, his wife, and his daughter.
Inspired by family rather than chance, Sunil Kumar chose a combination based on significant dates that hold special meaning in his life. What began as a simple decision quickly turned into a life-changing moment, securing the top prize in The UAE Lottery’s Lucky Day Draw.
Having recently started playing alongside a friend, Sunil Kumar enjoyed a small AED 100 win on their first ticket. Encouraged by the result, they entered again the following week, unaware that their second attempt would deliver an extraordinary AED 30 million windfall.
The UAE Lottery’s Lucky Day Draw continues to offer players across the country the opportunity to realise their dreams, with an AED 30 million Grand Prize and AED 5 million Second Prize available every Wednesday and Saturday.
A Life-Changing Discovery
Sunil Kumar learned of his win after returning home from work and checking the draw results on his phone: “I only expected a small prize,” he recalled. “When I saw the numbers, I was completely shocked.”
Unable to believe the outcome, he immediately shared the ticket with a friend for confirmation before contacting his wife with the life-changing news. The conversation that followed centred not on luxury, but on helping others and securing a brighter future for the family.
For Sunil Kumar, the win represents more than financial success—it reflects the possibility of creating new opportunities for the people he loves most.
Celebrating Family and Future Aspirations
The winning numbers carried particular significance because they included the birth date of his seven-year-old daughter, whose arrival followed years of hope, perseverance, and extensive medical treatment.
“My biggest dream is to give my daughter the best education possible and see her achieve her goals,” said Sunil Kumar.
While the prize will help secure his family’s future, he says one of his first priorities is a simple but meaningful celebration: buying a special gift for his daughter.
Making a Difference Beyond His Family
With the Grand Prize secured, Sunil Kumar plans to complete the construction of his family home and take some well-deserved time away from work after decades of dedication.
However, his ambitions extend beyond personal goals. He also hopes to support people in need within his community, including helping those without homes.
His story reflects the impact The UAE Lottery aims to create through every draw—delivering transformative experiences not only for winners, but also for the families and communities around them.
The UAE Lottery’s Lucky Day Draw takes place every Wednesday and Saturday at 9:30 PM, offering players the chance to win the AED 30 million Grand Prize, the AED 5 million Second Prize, and three guaranteed AED 50,000 Lucky Chance prizes in every draw.
Committed to responsible gaming, The UAE Lottery provides a secure, transparent, and fully regulated gaming experience under the oversight of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA).
