Kerala Man Paul Jose Mavely, who has lived in Dubai for the past 38 years, was named the winner of the latest draw (Series 503) by Dubai Duty Free’s Official Instagram Handle. Dubai Duty Free (DDF) announced on Wednesday that Paul Jose Mavely has won the Millennium Millionaire Series 503 with ticket number 3532 purchased online on May 19. Mavely, who has been living in Dubai for 38 years, had earlier won the same prize in November 2016.
An Indian living in Dubai has won the $1 million jackpot lottery for the second time in less than ten years. Paul Jose Maveli, 6060-year-old man from Kerala has once again struck gold in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw. His incredible double win has surprised and inspired many, proving that lightning can indeed strike twice.
Dubai Duty Free (DDF) announced on Wednesday that Paul Jose Mavely won the Millennium Millionaire Series 503 with ticket number 3532 purchased online on May 19. Mavely, who has been living in Dubai for 38 years, had earlier won the same prize in November 2016, making him the 11th person to win twice in the history of this promotion. Mavely, who works as a site supervisor for a small contracting firm, had previously won the same $1 million jackpot back in 2016.
Paul Jose Mavely Also Won Lottery in 2016
In 2016, he shared the ticket price and prize money with nine friends. This time he shared the ticket price with 17 friends who have been participating in Dubai Duty Free draws since 1999 and the names on the tickets keep changing among the group. Paul Jose Mavely is a father of two children and works as a site supervisor in a small contracting company. He told an reputed publishing house in Dubai, I thank Dubai Duty Free very much for the second win in your wonderful promotion.
What is Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire?
The Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire is a lottery scheme launched in 1999, which gives participants a chance to win US $1 million. Each draw has 5000 tickets, increasing the chances for participants. Tickets cost AED 1000, excluding 5% VAT, and can be purchased from duty-free shops at Dubai International Airport or online through the Dubai Duty Free website. The draws take place twice a month and are open to all nationalities, and it is not mandatory to be present in Dubai at the time of the draw.