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Indian expat wins Dh30 million in UAE Lottery Draw 7

By 19Network Editorial Team · Jul 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Sunil Kumar Sadasivan holds a giant ceremonial check for thirty million dirhams while smiling at a press event.

Indian expatriate Sunil Kumar Sadasivan claims Dh30 million jackpot in the UAE Lottery Draw 7 series.

Indian expatriate Sunil Kumar Sadasivan has been named the second Dh30 million grand prize winner of the UAE Lottery, the official national lottery operator announced this week. Sadasivan, who works in the UAE, secured the jackpot in the Draw 7 series after purchasing a Dh50 ticket. Winner Selection and Ticket Details The winning numbers and the identity of the ticket holder were confirmed following the latest live draw. Sadasivan stated he has been a resident of the UAE for several years and regularly participates in local draws. His win follows the inaugural Dh30 million prize awarded during the lottery's launch phase earlier this year. The UAE Lottery, managed by The Game LLC under the supervision of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), requires participants to be at least 18 years of age. Prizes are distributed through a structured verification process to ensure compliance with federal gaming regulations. Economic Context and Impact This latest payout comes as the UAE formalizes its commercial gaming sector through the GCGRA, establishing a localized framework for prize-based draws. For expatriate residents, these high-value jackpots represent a…