Khaborwala online desk
Published: 07 Feb 2026, 05:30 pm
Mohammad Alwar Uddin Haji Abu Syed, a Bangladeshi expatriate residing in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, has realised the fruits of six years of perseverance by winning a staggering 1 million dirhams (approximately BDT 3.4 crore) in the weekly draw of the popular ‘Big Ticket Abu Dhabi’ lottery.
Alwar Uddin, who has been living in Al Ain for 21 years, had been participating in the lottery for the past six years alongside a group of nine friends. Despite years of regular participation without any major wins, he never gave up. His patience and persistence finally paid off in Series 283, marking a life-changing moment for the determined expatriate.
Speaking about his win, Alwar Uddin said, “I was completely speechless. After so many years of trying, I never truly expected this outcome.” He added that this victory had strengthened his belief that patience and consistency can bring unexpected rewards. While he has yet to decide how to utilise the substantial sum, he revealed that the win has further inspired him to continue participating in future draws.
The Big Ticket organisers have announced an ongoing “Dhamaka Offer” for February, providing participants with multiple opportunities to win. Key highlights include:
| Draw/Event | Prize Details | Number of Winners |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Draw – 3 March | Grand Prize: 15 million dirhams | 1 |
| Consolation Prize | 100,000 dirhams each | 5 |
| Weekly E-Draw | 50,000 dirhams each | 4 per week |
| Multiple Tickets Bonus | 50,000–150,000 dirhams guaranteed | 4 selected participants |
| Dream Car Series | Luxury cars such as Range Rover, Maserati | Multiple winners throughout February |
Participants who purchase two or more tickets between 1–24 February will be eligible for the bonus prizes, including guaranteed cash awards ranging from 50,000 to 150,000 dirhams. Additionally, the draw this month offers the chance to win luxury vehicles in the Dream Car Series, including prestigious models such as Range Rovers and Maseratis.
With Alwar Uddin’s remarkable win as inspiration, this month’s draws are expected to attract even greater participation from hopeful lottery enthusiasts across the UAE, all eager for their own life-changing moment.
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