The family also broke into a celebratory bhangra, while neighbours and acquaintances began congratulating them. For Bimla, the prize money could mean some much-needed relief from the financial challenges the family has faced.
She said that managing household expenses on a labourer's wages had never been easy, but the win had given them fresh hope for their children's future.The family has not yet decided exactly how to use the money. Bimla said they planned to discuss it with other family members and were considering starting a small business to improve their financial situation and provide a better future for their children.
Monga, who has been running the lottery business for the past six months, said his stall had previously sold tickets that won prizes worth lakhs of rupees.However, this was the first time someone had won the Rs 1-crore prize through his shop since he moved it near the railway station.- Ends