This was a joint venture of a different kind; two friends and colleagues at a security firm became the only second joint winners of the 15th Postcard Millionaire Draw. Abdul and Jayanaman decided to jointly invest in a pack of Postcard Millionaire barely four days back and the decision made over a leisurely shopping trip on their day off proved to be a lucky one for the duo as it landed them with the winner’s kitty of AED 100,000.
“I have been residing in the UAE for the past four months and like everyone else I came with the hope of making it big. I have been lucky in the past in my home-town and did hope that my luck would spill over here as well; but this big! This was beyond all my dream,” said a jovial Jayanaman.
After working for over 15 years in the army and a security company in India, Jayanaman a father of two children will be going home later this year to buy land for building his own home in Kerela India.
“I am grateful to Postcard Millionaire who have made it possible for me to pay off my debts as well as buy jewellery for my wife and three children.” said Abdul who had pawned his wife’s jewellery to afford passage to the promising UAE.
In a previous separate draw, Ananda Gamage became the first Sri Lankan to win in the third edition of the Postcard Millionaire campaign. The visibly elated winner could not contain his joy as he intends to use the money to build a home for his family of four in Sri lanka.
"I never gave up hope, because I knew one day I will be a winner. Back in my home country I used to take part in many such draws, but I never had an opportunity to win. Dubai has really proved to a be land of fulfilled dreams for me"
Ananda’s winning number 7785734443 was drawn by a representative from EMP, during the 14th draw of the Postcard Millionaire campaign, which was held at Allukas Exchange, Al Fahidi Street, while Jayanaman and Abdul winning number 2783339966 was drawn by a representative from EMP, during the 15th draw of the Postcard Millionaire campaign, which was held at Wall Street Exchange at Bur Dubai.
Residents from all over the UAE and visitors have a chance to win a total of AED30 million during the third edition of the Postcard Millionaire campaign, with the purchase of an AED30 Postcard Millionaire pack. Participants are eligible for entry into one weekly draw for AED100, 000 and into the upcoming quarterly draw for AED200, 000.
In addition to the weekly and quarterly draws, winning opportunities are also available through instant scratch and win prizes, which include instant cash of up to AED 5,000, gift coupons and vouchers. Winners are notified by the campaign organisers and draw results are available online. Consumers can also enquire about the wining numbers via sms, by sending their registered PIN number to 6117.
Zee Real Media, Joy Alukkas, Burger King, Nikai Electronics, Wall Street Exchange and Hugel home appliances are key supporters of Postcard Millionaire campaign. A dedicated phone line 600 566 566 and website (www.changeyourlife.ae) can be accessed by people interested in finding out more about Postcard Millionaire or the winning numbers.
About Emirates Post
Emirates Post, one of the most dynamic postal organizations in the region, was converted from General Postal Authority into Emirates Post Corporation on May 29, 2001, under a federal decree. This gave it a mandate to become a commercially vibrant organization providing high quality services to the public and the corporate sector. Emirates Post has developed innovative new services, diversified its offering and established alliances with global postal corporations. Emirates Post has a network of 84 post offices across the country. Emirates Post’s diversified offering includes mail fulfilment, utility bill payment services, government services, direct mail, banking, retail services and money exchange & remittances.
About EMP
Emirates Marketing & Promotions (EMP), an Emirates Post subsidiary, was launched in 2005 to provide state-of-the-art integrated solutions in direct marketing and promotions. Its core activities include distribution of messages through P.O. Boxes, promotional postmarks for corporate clients, call centre management for companies as well as sales promotions. EMP is driven by a mission to create a direct communication channel between businesses and consumers by adopting global best practices in direct marketing. It has the expertise and technology to provide integrated solutions by managing the entire chain, ensuring that the client’s project is delivered with precision and on time.
About The Millionaire Co.
The Millionaire Co. is a UAE based company specialising in loyalty programmes and promotions. Creating a unique and winning brand requires intensive and strategic promotions planning. The Millionaire Co. is the first such promotional management agency in the UAE and brings extensive knowledge in logistics, mechanics, distribution, product design, customer behaviour, raffles and consumer education.
