The Kerala State Lottery Department has announced the results for the Karunya Plus KN-617 draw held on Thursday, April 2, 2025, with ticket PF 382980 from Kottayam securing the top prize of ₹1 Crore. This weekly draw, conducted under strict government oversight, distributed prizes across multiple series, offering ticket holders from various districts a chance at substantial rewards. Official results appeared live at 3 PM, followed by the PDF release on the Kerala Lottery website by 4 PM.
Top Prize Breakdown
The first prize of ₹1 Crore went to agent Suresh Kumar M (Agency No. K 5921) with ticket PF 382980, valid across all series from PA to PM. The second prize of ₹30 Lakhs claimed PH 112390 from Guruvayoor, sold by agent Sini (Agency No. R 7358). Third prize of ₹5 Lakhs awarded to PG 354325 from Kollam, through agent B Usha Kumari (Agency No. Q 448).
Lower Tier Winners
Fourth prize of ₹5,000 matched the last four digits drawn 19 times: 0454, 0483, 1153, 1532, 3271, 3581, 3787, 3792, 4633, 7393, 7961, 8104, 8195, 8235, 8486, 8882, 9495, 9524, 9652. Fifth prize of ₹2,000 covered six numbers: 3291, 3374, 5583, 5839, 7303, 9053. Sixth prize of ₹1,000 included 25 combinations, such as 0475, 0677, and others up to 9957.
- Seventh prize (₹500): 76 numbers, from 0042 to 9996.
- Eighth prize (₹200): 84 numbers, including 0041, 0075, up to 9584.
- Ninth prize (₹100): 156 numbers, ranging from 0009 to 9839.
Ticket holders can verify full lists at keralalotteriesresults.in or keralalottery.info.
Kerala Lottery's Role and Structure
Established in 1967, the Kerala State Lottery operates as a government initiative to provide transparent gaming opportunities, distinct from private schemes. Draws occur weekly under six main series—Win-Win, Karunya Plus, Akshaya, Sthree Sakthi, Nirmal, and Karunya—each supervised by officials and public representatives for fairness. Results publish daily on official sites and newspapers, enabling straightforward claims and reinforcing public trust in this longstanding system.
Claiming Prizes and Transparency
Winners must present original tickets within 30 days at designated offices, with prizes above ₹5,000 subject to tax deductions. The government's direct management ensures no intermediaries, minimizing fraud risks and supporting state revenue for welfare programs. This draw underscores the lottery's enduring appeal, blending hope with regulated chance in daily life.
