Retired Delhi Postmaster Wins ₹6 Crore Lottery Prize

April 20, 2026

Ludhiana, April 20: A man has become a millionaire overnight after purchasing a lottery ticket from an agency in Ludhiana. The ticket carries a prize of ₹6 crore. Om Prakash, a retired postmaster from West Vihar, Delhi, is the winner of this Baisakhi Bumper. Om Prakash had been purchasing lottery tickets for the past 30 years.

₹500 Ticket Turns Into ₹6 Crore Jackpot

He bought this ticket on April 1st from Shop No. 55 of Gandhi Brothers, located at Ghanta Ghar. On April 18th, he won the first prize of ₹6 crore in the Baisakhi Bumper draw. The winning number for the first prize is B-series 520720. Om Prakash had purchased this lottery ticket for ₹500. The elderly winner, who served in the postal department for years before retirement, reportedly never missed purchasing a lottery ticket. His hard work finally paid off when his number was announced as the jackpot winner.

A 30-Year Journey of Hope

Family members revealed that the retired postmaster had been participating in lottery draws for over 30 years. Despite numerous near-misses, he remained optimistic, treating it as a routine rather than a gamble.

His son shared that the win came as a complete surprise to the family, who initially found it hard to believe.

“He Wants to Help the Needy”

Speaking to reporters, the winner’s son said, “Dad has always believed in helping others. He plans to use a part of this money to support the needy and contribute to social causes.” The family emphasized that the retired postmaster has lived a simple life and intends to continue doing so even after the windfall.

While a portion of the prize money will be used to secure the family’s financial future, the winner is also considering charitable donations and community welfare initiatives.

The story has quickly gained attention as an example of patience and perseverance. It also highlights how life can change unexpectedly, even after years of routine effort.