Nagendrum Borugadda, has clinched a substantial cash prize of AED 1 million (approximately Rs 2.25 crore) in Dubai. According to a report by Khaleej Times on Tuesday, Borugadda achieved this feat through years of diligent saving and prudent investments.
Originally from Andhra Pradesh, Borugadda has been residing in the UAE since 2017. Since 2019, he has consistently saved AED 100 monthly through direct debit with National Bonds, a local financial institution known for its savings schemes.
«I came to the UAE to build a better life for my family and provide good education to my children. This win feels surreal,» Borugadda shared with Khaleej Times, expressing his disbelief and gratitude.
Borugadda, a father to an 18-year-old daughter and a 16-year-old son, exemplifies how determination and financial discipline can lead to substantial rewards. His story serves as an inspiration to many striving to secure their families' futures through steadfast savings and wise investments.
Earlier in May, a woman from Punjab won a $1 million prize at the Dubai Duty-Free Millennium draw on Thursday. Payal, the lucky winner, purchased ticket number 3337 online on May 3rd. She revealed that the money for buying the winning ticket came as a gift from her husband, Harnek Singh, on their 16th wedding anniversary.
«The money I used to buy the winning ticket came from my husband, who gifted me Dh1,000 on our 16th wedding anniversary on