Phagwara, Sept 21: A migrant agricultural worker residing in Banga saw his financial fortunes change overnight after securing the Rs 3-crore bumper prize in the Sikkim Dear Ganesh Chaturthi Lottery.
The winner, Madhu, had moved to Punjab from West Bengal to work as a farm hand in local fields. On the day of the draw, he visited the Sahota Lottery Stall in Banga town and bought a single ticket just one hour prior to the declaration of the winning numbers.
Confirmation of the jackpot victory came shortly thereafter, as organizers announced that Madhu’s ticket had hit the main prize of Rs 3 crore, prompting widespread celebrations among his family members and acquaintances in the area.
Local residents maintained that the victory represents a profound moment for the family, offering long-term stability after years of hard manual labour. The event has generated significant excitement across the Banga region as news of the unexpected win continues to spread.
