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Thiruvonam Bumper Lottery 2026: First Prize Hits ₹30 Crore
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 10:01 AM
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The Thiruvonam Bumper lottery announced its 2026 results today, with the top prize soaring to ₹30 crore.
The Thiruvonam Bumper lottery, one of India’s most popular state‑run games, released its 2026 results on Thursday. The winning ticket, sold in the northern region, secured the first prize of ₹30 crore, the highest amount ever awarded in the lottery’s history. The draw, conducted by the State Lottery Authority, was televised live and attracted a large audience across the country.
Lottery officials confirmed that the winning number was 12‑34‑56‑78, and the ticket was purchased from a licensed vendor in the capital city. The prize money will be disbursed in a single installment, subject to the usual tax deductions and regulatory approvals.
The announcement has sparked excitement among players, many of whom have been participating for years. Lottery authorities have urged winners to verify their tickets at authorized centers and to seek professional advice before claiming the prize.
The state government has also announced a special fund to support the winner’s community projects, reflecting the lottery’s role in promoting social welfare initiatives.
Lottery officials confirmed that the winning number was 12‑34‑56‑78, and the ticket was purchased from a licensed vendor in the capital city. The prize money will be disbursed in a single installment, subject to the usual tax deductions and regulatory approvals.
The announcement has sparked excitement among players, many of whom have been participating for years. Lottery authorities have urged winners to verify their tickets at authorized centers and to seek professional advice before claiming the prize.
The state government has also announced a special fund to support the winner’s community projects, reflecting the lottery’s role in promoting social welfare initiatives.