Daily Wage Worker from West Bengal Wins ₹1 Crore Lottery Prize

A daily wage laborer from North 24 Parganas has transformed his financial future overnight after winning the first prize of ₹1 crore in a lottery. The story of Prabhat Paul, a resident of Khard Kulberia in Bagda, has sparked significant interest across West Bengal, leading to a surge in searches for লটারি সংবাদ (lottery news) as people react to this rare stroke of luck.

From Daily Wages to Crorepati: The Story of Prabhat Paul

For years, Prabhat Paul struggled to make ends meet, working as a daily laborer where income was entirely dependent on daily availability of work. According to reports, Paul often had to work through harsh weather conditions, including rain and storms, to support his family. Despite his precarious financial situation, he occasionally purchased lottery tickets in the hope of changing his circumstances, even though his family had previously discouraged the habit due to their limited funds.

The turning point came on Friday, September 12, 2026. Paul purchased a lottery ticket for ₹185 from 'Helencha'. When the results were announced around 6:00 PM that evening, he discovered that his ticket held the first prize of ₹1 crore. Recalling the moment, Paul stated, প্রথমে আনন্দ হয়েছিল। পরে ভয়ও লেগেছিল। হাতের মুঠোয় শক্ত করে ধরে রেখেছিলাম লটারির টিকিটটা। (At first, I was happy. Then I felt afraid. I held the lottery ticket tightly in my fist), as reported by Sangbad Pratidin.

Financial Impact and Future Plans

The windfall represents a massive shift in the economic status of the Paul household. Having spent a lifetime in manual labor with few assets, the primary goal for the family is now long-term stability rather than luxury. Paul has expressed a clear vision for the prize money: he intends to purchase a piece of land and build a small house where his family can live in peace and security.

His wife has also shared her joy, noting that the family had lived in poverty for a long time and is now deeply happy about the win. This transition from a hand-to-mouth existence to becoming a crorepati highlights the emotional relief that accompanies sudden financial security for those in the lowest income brackets.

Quick Facts: The ₹1 Crore Win

Detail	Information
Winner	Prabhat Paul
Location	Khard Kulberia, Bagda, North 24 Parganas, WB
Prize Amount	₹1 Crore
Ticket Cost	₹185
Date of Result	September 12, 2026