Brief
Kerala lottery winner claims Rs300 million but stays anonymous
The Rs300 million Onam jackpot was won on September 26, but the winner has requested anonymity.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Kerala's State Lotteries Department confirmed that the Rs300 million Thiruvonam Bumper jackpot, drawn on September 26, was claimed by a ticket sold in Kannur district, but the winner has asked that their identity not be disclosed.
What happened
The winning ticket, numbered TL 360615, was sold in Taliparamba, Kannur, and submitted through a bank along with the required documents. Officials said the department is verifying the paperwork before completing the prize‑disbursement.
What the reports add
Gulf News noted that after taxes, cess and commission, the net amount the winner could receive is estimated at around Rs164.7 million.
What was said
The department declined to name the winner, stating the request for anonymity was respected.
How it came about
The Thiruvonam Bumper draw is part of Kerala's annual Onam lottery series, which regularly draws large jackpots. This win follows recent regional lottery stories covered by Felo, including the UAE Dh5 million prize announced on October 4.
Key facts
- The Rs300 million Thiruvonam Bumper jackpot was won on September 26. (gulfnews.com)
- The winning ticket TL 360615 was sold in Taliparamba, Kannur. (gulfnews.com)
- The winner has requested anonymity and the department will not disclose their identity. (gulfnews.com)
- After taxes and deductions, the winner may receive about Rs164.7 million. (gulfnews.com)
Sources
- [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “Kerala’s Rs300 Million Lottery Winner Chooses Anonymity Amid Mystery”
