The vegetable vendor gained the Punjab State Lottery's Diwali Bumper 2025 draw. Amit Sehra had purchased two tickets throughout a go to to Punjab after borrowing Rs 1,000 from a good friend. One of many tickets, bought for Rs 500 in Bathinda, hit the jackpot, as he informed ANI. The opposite ticket gained Rs 1,000. Officers from the Punjab State Lottery Division confirmed that he has submitted his paperwork to assert the prize.
The surprising win has made the 32-year-old vendor a crorepati in a single day. His response and plans have drawn widespread consideration on-line, highlighting a uncommon second the place sudden success met generosity and emotional gratitude.
Borrowed cash for tickets
In keeping with on-line reviews, Amit, who sells greens from a small cart, borrowed Rs 1,000 from a good friend whereas in Moga. He used the cash to purchase lottery tickets for himself and his spouse. The ticket purchased in Bathinda turned out to be the profitable ticket price Rs 11 crore.
“All my grief has vanished right now”
Talking to ANI, Amit stated, “I can't specific my happiness. I thank the Punjab authorities and the lottery company. All my grief has vanished right now,” including that he's a “devotee of Lord Hanuman.”
His emotional phrases, “Meri saari gareebi khatam ho gayi,” unfold on-line and sparked dialog.
Plans for cash
Amit stated he'll help his good friend's daughters as a gesture of gratitude. “I've misplaced my mom, so I perceive the ache of daughters. The remainder of the cash will go in direction of my youngsters's schooling and constructing a home,” he stated.He acknowledged he plans to offer Rs 50 lakh every to his good friend's two daughters.
Social media reacts
A video of Amit's response gained traction on-line. Many customers praised his humility. One consumer wrote, “Rajasthan persons are actually right down to earth. Hope this chap is ready to make investments the cash proper.”
One other remark stated, “Good for him. Hope he doesn't spend all the cash like most lottery winners do.”
Some customers raised issues concerning the consideration. One remark learn, “However he appears harmless… Why make him well-known? It's a foul world on the market.”
One other warned, “He ought to've saved his title secret. Why present the world that you simply've gained Rs 11 crore and entice pointless consideration?”
Amit's shift from a every day cart vendor to a lottery winner has drawn nationwide consideration. His story displays how sudden alternative can change lives and the way private selections after such occasions turn out to be a part of public dialogue.
