KARUNYA

Draw #KR-685

15:00:00
GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Total Winners

272

Prize Distributed

₹1.0Cr

Draw Number

KR-685

Prize Categories

9

First Prize Winner

KV829857

VADAKARA

Prize Amount

80,00,000

(0.8 Crore)

Second Prize

KW948415

THIRUR

5,00,000

All Prize Categories

3rd Prize

3
12 winners
Prize Amount1,00,000
KN945606
THIRUR
KO322540
PUNALUR
KP593182
THRISSUR
KR720541
KANHANGAD
KS503309
ERNAKULAM
KT275016
CHITTUR
KU613871
WAYANADU
KV743878
KAYAMKULAM
KW879908
PUNALUR
KX146265
KOLLAM
KY425661
THRISSUR
KZ764391
VADAKARA

Cons Prize

4
11 winners
Prize Amount8,000
KN829857
KO829857
KP829857
KR829857
KS829857
KT829857
KU829857
KW829857
KX829857
KY829857
KZ829857

4th Prize

5
19 winners
Prize Amount5,000
0992
1885
2024
2404
2999
4205
4287
4292
6016
6441
7535
7691
8372
8533
9022
9024
9114
9142
9219

5th Prize

6
10 winners
Prize Amount2,000
0590
1220
1954
2700
3389
4160
5731
6254
7189
7904

6th Prize

7
14 winners
Prize Amount1,000
0288
1542
1757
2021
2566
3078
5287
6259
6308
7372
7896
7949
8033
8076

7th Prize

8
80 winners
Prize Amount500
0299
0429
0665
0668
0703
0820
0862
0896
0940
0973
1023
1184
1229
1241
1256
1417
1506
1547
1588
1601
1613
1633
1645
1658
1818
2345
2378
2535
2544
2892
2944
3047
3140
3264
3331
3775
3998
4008
4439
4464
4937
5120
5205
5238
5249
5292
5448
5808
5858
5919
5967
6126
6269
6288
6319
6361
6443
6470
6498
6731
7085
7155
7159
7201
7410
7416
7736
7948
8104
8147
8151
8224
8491
8649
8808
9100
9296
9414
9790
9959

8th Prize

9
124 winners
Prize Amount100
0044
0183
0281
0290
0319
0320
0396
0546
0644
0676
0774
0797
0987
1083
1118
1268
1269
1393
1400
1432
1459
1597
1619
1951
1952
2007
2024
2118
2429
2438
2513
2631
2667
2686
2696
2824
2828
2854
2888
2941
3012
3214
3309
3364
3568
3811
3843
3862
3940
3949
4016
4071
4221
4325
4409
4461
4498
4531
4554
4611
4808
4928
4986
5211
5282
5391
5549
5658
5775
5815
5833
5910
5927
5989
6011
6017
6116
6176
6226
6246
6250
6325
6334
6546
6622
6813
6849
6852
6853
7097
7238
7333
7526
7533
7677
7715
7797
7824
8037
8092
8192
8246
8265
8379
8472
8606
8651
8715
8804
8823
8830
8837
8947
9262
9280
9479
9522
9555
9675
9713
9794
9858
9911
9958
GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Draw #KR-685

KARUNYA (KR-685) Lottery Results - 21 Dec 2024 Complete Winner Analysis

Today's KARUNYA Lottery Results Summary

The Kerala State Lottery Department successfully conducted the KARUNYA Lottery (KR-685)draw on 21 Dec 2024 at 15:00:00. This popular weekly lottery draw was held at GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM under strict government supervision and transparent lottery result announcement procedures. The first prize winner of ₹80,00,000 was awarded to ticket number KV829857 purchased from VADAKARA District, continuing Kerala's tradition of creating lottery winners and changing lives across the state.

86,16,600
Total Prize Pool
9
Prize Categories
30 Days
Claim Period

Complete Guide to Kerala State Lottery System

Understanding Kerala Lottery: India's Pioneer State Lottery

The Kerala State Lottery system, established in 1967, holds the distinction of being First state lottery in India. This groundbreaking initiative was launched by the Government of Kerala under the visionary leadership of Finance Minister P.K. Kunju Sahib to generate revenue without burdening taxpayers and create employment opportunities for Kerala's youth.

Today, the Kerala lottery system operates 7 weekly draws and has generatedOver 50,000 direct jobs while contributing Over ₹5,000 crores annuallyto the state treasury. The lottery department conducts transparent, fair, and government-supervised draws that have created thousands of crorepatis and millionaires across Kerala and neighboring states. The lottery's success story demonstrates how government initiatives can create sustainable economic models while maintaining transparency and social responsibility.

Weekly Kerala Lottery Draw Schedule

Win-Win
Monday
Sthree Sakthi
Tuesday
Akshaya
Wednesday
Karunya Plus
Thursday
Nirmal
Friday
Karunya
Saturday
Fifty-Fifty
Sunday
Bhagyathara
Dhanalekshmi
Samrudhi
Suvarna Keralam

KARUNYA (KR-685) Prize Structure & Winner Distribution

The KARUNYA lottery features a comprehensive prize structure designed to maximize winner opportunities across multiple prize categories. Each ticket costs ₹40, and the total prize distribution ensures that numerous participants can win substantial amounts while maintaining the lottery's financial sustainability for Kerala's development programs.

1st PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
80,00,000
2nd PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
5,00,000
3rd PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
1,00,000
Cons PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
8,000
4th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
5,000
5th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
2,000
6th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
1,000
7th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
500
8th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
100
9th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
0

Kerala Lottery Winner Success Stories & Statistical Analysis

Lottery Winner Patterns and Success Insights

Statistical analysis of Kerala lottery results over the past decades reveals fascinating patterns in winning number distributions, geographical winner spread, and prize claim behaviors. Understanding these trends can help lottery enthusiasts make more informed decisions while maintaining responsible lottery participation practices.

District-wise Winner Distribution

Kerala lottery winners are distributed across all 14 districts, with Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, and Kozhikode showing higher winner frequencies due to larger population and ticket sales volume. Rural areas also consistently produce winners, demonstrating the lottery's inclusive nature.

Popular Number Combinations

While lottery draws are completely random, certain number patterns appear more frequently in historical data. However, every draw is independent, and past results don't influence future outcomes. Responsible players understand this randomness principle.

Complete Kerala Lottery Prize Claim Process Guide

Claiming your Kerala lottery prize requires following specific procedures established by the Kerala State Lottery Department. The process varies based on prize amount, with different documentation requirements and claim locations for different prize categories.

Claim Time Limit

Winners have exactly 30 days from the draw date to claim prizes. For KARUNYA (KR-685), the last claim date is 20 Jan 2025. Unclaimed prizes are forfeited to the state treasury.

Required Documents

Original winning ticket, valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport), bank account details, and two passport-size photographs. For prizes above ₹1 lakh, additional verification documents may be required.

Tax Deductions

TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) of 30% applies on prizes exceeding ₹10,000 as per Income Tax Act. Winners receive the net amount after tax deduction, and TDS certificates are provided for tax filing purposes.

Claim Location Based on Prize Amount

Up to ₹5,000

Any authorized lottery shop in Kerala

Immediate
₹5,001 to ₹1,00,000

District lottery office or bank branches

1-3 days
Above ₹1,00,000

Directorate of Kerala State Lotteries, Thiruvananthapuram

5-10 days

Responsible Lottery Participation & Financial Wellness

Smart Lottery Playing Guidelines

The Kerala State Lottery Department promotes responsible lottery participation and encourages players to treat lottery tickets as entertainment rather than investment opportunities. Understanding lottery odds, setting spending limits, and maintaining realistic expectations are crucial for healthy lottery participation.

Responsible Playing Tips

  • Set a fixed monthly lottery budget and never exceed it
  • Play only with disposable income, never borrow money for lottery tickets
  • Understand that lottery is a game of chance with no guaranteed returns
  • Keep lottery tickets safe and check results from official sources only

Financial Wellness Advice

  • Prioritize essential expenses, savings, and investments before lottery spending
  • Consider lottery participation as entertainment expense, not investment strategy
  • If you win, plan wisely: pay taxes, clear debts, save, and invest remainder
  • Seek financial counseling if lottery spending affects your budget

Kerala Lottery: Historical Impact & Social Development

Five Decades of Social and Economic Transformation

Since its inception in 1967, the Kerala State Lottery has evolved into much more than a revenue generation mechanism. It has become a powerful tool for social development, employment generation, and economic empowerment across Kerala and neighboring states. The lottery's success story demonstrates how government initiatives can create sustainable

Employment Generation

The Kerala lottery system directly employs over 50,000 people as agents, sub-agents, and distributors. Indirectly, it supports families and creates economic opportunities in rural and urban areas alike, contributing significantly to Kerala's employment landscape.

Revenue Contribution

Annual lottery revenue exceeds ₹5,000 crores, funding various state development projects including infrastructure, education, healthcare, and social welfare programs. This revenue reduces the tax burden on Kerala citizens while funding essential services.

Winner Stories

Thousands of lottery winners have used their prizes to start businesses, purchase homes, fund education, and improve their family's quality of life. These success stories inspire continued participation while demonstrating the lottery's life-changing potential.

Critical Information for Kerala Lottery Participants

Essential Guidelines & Legal Requirements

Ticket Preservation and Verification

Winners must preserve lottery tickets in pristine condition. Damaged, torn, or tampered tickets may be rejected during prize claims. Always store tickets in safe, dry places and handle them carefully. Verify winning numbers against official government gazette publications before claiming prizes.

Official Result Verification

Always verify lottery results from official Kerala State Lottery Department sources. Fraudulent websites and unauthorized result publications exist. Cross-check winning numbers with official gazette publications and authorized lottery result websites before proceeding with prize claims.

Tax Obligations and Legal Compliance

Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) at 30% rate applies to all lottery prizes exceeding ₹10,000 as mandated by Income Tax regulations. Winners must include lottery winnings in their annual tax returns. Consult tax advisors for proper compliance and tax planning strategies.

Fraud Prevention and Security

Beware of lottery fraud schemes, fake winning notifications, and unauthorized prize claim requests. The Kerala State Lottery Department never contacts winners directly via phone, email, or SMS. Report suspicious lottery-related communications to authorities immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kerala Lottery

Frequently Asked Questions

Official Kerala Lottery Verification Resources

Important: Always verify lottery results from official government sources. Kerala Lottery Central provides comprehensive result information for educational and informational purposes. For prize claims and official verification, contact the Kerala State Lottery Department directly.

Prize Claim Deadline

The prize winners are advised to verify the winning numbers with the results published in the Kerala Government Gazette and surrender the winning tickets within 30 days.

Next Draw

Scheduled for 28 Dec 2024