KARUNYA

Draw #KR-689

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

Total Winners

271

Prize Distributed

₹1.0Cr

Draw Number

KR-689

Prize Categories

9

First Prize Winner

KR584474

KOZHIKKODE

Prize Amount

80,00,000

(0.8 Crore)

Second Prize

KN686700

ERNAKULAM

5,00,000

All Prize Categories

3rd Prize

3
12 winners
Prize Amount1,00,000
KN153932
ERNAKULAM
KO771118
MOOVATTUPUZHA
KP349920
ALAPPUZHA
KR836509
THRISSUR
KS336989
GURUVAYOOR
KT603255
PATHANAMTHITTA
KU389225
KOLLAM
KV305830
THRISSUR
KW926225
PATHANAMTHITTA
KX770600
ERNAKULAM
KY615575
THRISSUR
KZ295299
VADAKARA

Cons Prize

4
11 winners
Prize Amount8,000
KN584474
KO584474
KP584474
KS584474
KT584474
KU584474
KV584474
KW584474
KX584474
KY584474
KZ584474

4th Prize

5
18 winners
Prize Amount5,000
0564
1792
2294
2357
2406
3135
3140
3400
3416
4038
4786
5169
6377
7082
7369
9129
9182
9929

5th Prize

6
10 winners
Prize Amount2,000
0525
0656
5017
5039
5373
5466
5981
7327
8959
9120

6th Prize

7
14 winners
Prize Amount1,000
0174
3247
3890
3903
4068
5260
5542
6200
6620
6878
7586
7955
8194
9984

7th Prize

8
80 winners
Prize Amount500
0016
0056
0194
0250
0419
0533
0749
0934
1110
1206
1326
1358
1527
1539
1640
1721
1788
1866
2074
2203
2378
2629
2703
2755
2879
3108
3361
3535
3773
3808
3874
3924
3945
3973
4464
4475
4563
4744
4984
5074
5092
5148
5356
5432
5814
5967
6022
6096
6136
6423
6798
7148
7166
7234
7411
7432
7450
7565
7573
7693
7704
7758
7916
7979
8053
8129
8386
8394
8420
8692
8863
9148
9150
9332
9474
9695
9761
9780
9807
9921

8th Prize

9
124 winners
Prize Amount100
0024
0035
0126
0208
0317
0364
0675
0815
0842
1006
1058
1196
1224
1752
1781
1830
1890
1962
2186
2218
2278
2317
2409
2470
2499
2562
2596
2764
2897
3004
3039
3191
3217
3268
3345
3472
3518
3553
3591
3631
3672
3756
3839
3848
3875
3923
3934
4041
4176
4204
4249
4262
4345
4358
4466
4599
4627
4667
4684
4700
4707
4815
4853
5107
5164
5236
5257
5278
5304
5324
5458
5564
5630
5641
5825
5828
5868
5942
5977
6189
6213
6372
6477
6502
6593
6594
6647
6781
6800
6822
6823
6839
6893
6965
6975
6981
7044
7045
7109
7297
7305
7459
7561
7599
7605
7633
7780
7826
7828
8374
8685
8728
8807
8851
8981
9059
9089
9193
9329
9423
9436
9600
9663
9713
GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Draw #KR-689

KARUNYA (KR-689) Lottery Results - 18 Jan 2025 Complete Winner Analysis

Today's KARUNYA Lottery Results Summary

The Kerala State Lottery Department successfully conducted the KARUNYA Lottery (KR-689)draw on 18 Jan 2025 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 KR584474 purchased from KOZHIKKODE 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-689) 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-689), the last claim date is 17 Feb 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 25 Jan 2025