Kerala Lottery Karunya Plus Reveals Life Changing Winners

On Thursday, January 15, 2026, anticipation ran high across Kerala as the State Lottery Department unveiled the results for its much-awaited Karunya Plus KN 606 draw. The event, held at the familiar Gorky Bhavan near Bakery Junction in Thiruvananthapuram, drew the attention of thousands who had pinned their hopes on a lucky ticket. For many, the weekly lottery isn’t just a game of chance—it’s a shot at life-changing fortune, and this week’s draw did not disappoint.

According to Mathrubhumi, the Karunya Plus KN 606 lottery offered a staggering first prize of ₹1 crore. The winning ticket, PU 743503, was sold in Pattambi, instantly transforming its holder’s life. The excitement didn’t end there. The second prize, worth ₹30 lakh, went to PT 576430 from Chittur, while the third prize of ₹5 lakh was claimed by PR 451104 from Idukki. Consolation prizes of ₹5,000 were awarded to a series of tickets ending in 743503 across various series, spreading the joy a bit wider among hopeful participants.

As reported by etnownews.com, the draw commenced promptly at 3 PM, with results published just after 3:05 PM for eager ticket holders to check. The Karunya Plus KN 606 is part of Kerala’s robust weekly lottery series, a system that has become a fixture of the state’s culture and economy. The lottery’s structure is meticulously organized, offering not just the headline-making crore-rupee jackpot, but a tiered system of rewards. Prizes ranged from ₹1 crore all the way down to ₹100, ensuring that luck could strike in big and small ways.

The complete list of winning numbers was made available both online and through official gazettes, with step-by-step instructions for claimants. Winners were urged to verify their tickets against the official Kerala Government Gazette and to act quickly—claims must be submitted within 30 days of the draw, as outlined by Mathrubhumi. For those who won up to ₹5,000, the process is relatively straightforward: visit an authorized lottery agent to collect the prize. Larger winnings, up to ₹1 lakh, are handled by the District Lottery Office if claimed within Kerala, or by the Directorate of State Lotteries for winners outside the state. Prizes above ₹1 lakh require submission directly to the Director or Deputy Director, depending on the amount.

The bureaucracy doesn’t end at the ticket counter. Claimants must present the original winning ticket, signed on both sides, along with a passport-size photograph attested by a Gazetted Officer, a self-attested PAN card copy, valid ID and address proof (such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, Ration Card, or PAN), and a completed prize claim form with a revenue stamp. These requirements, while extensive, are designed to ensure legitimacy and transparency in the process.

One important detail that many might overlook: winnings above ₹10,000 are subject to a 30 percent income tax deduction. Additionally, a 10 percent commission is allocated to the lottery agent who sold the winning ticket, making the lottery a source of income for agents as well as for lucky participants. As Mathrubhumi reminds readers, “Lottery agents earn commissions based on prize categories.”

For those who missed out on the Karunya Plus KN 606, hope springs eternal. The Kerala State Lottery Department has announced the upcoming Christmas-New Year Bumper BR-107 draw, scheduled for January 24, 2026. This bumper event promises even greater rewards, with a first prize of ₹20 crore, a second prize of ₹1 crore, and a third prize of ₹10 lakh. Tickets are priced at ₹400 and are available through authorized dealers. As always, results will be published on the official Kerala State Lotteries website, and participants are advised to check there for the most accurate information.

The draw isn’t just a solitary event; it’s part of a larger ecosystem. Kerala’s lottery system, as explained by etnownews.com, is managed directly by the state government and features daily draws with attractive cash rewards. The Karunya Plus is just one in a series of weekly games, each offering its own set of life-altering prizes. The accessibility of tickets across the state ensures that participation is widespread, and for many, the ritual of checking results is as much a part of daily life as morning tea.

In the midst of the excitement, both Mathrubhumi and etnownews.com urge caution. “Lottery participation can be addictive. Please play responsibly,” they note, emphasizing that their reporting is for informational purposes only and does not constitute encouragement to gamble. The Kerala State Lottery Department also underscores that all official confirmations should be sought through their channels, not through third-party sources.

For those who want to check their luck, the process is now more convenient than ever. Results can be accessed online via official websites such as keralalotteries.info and keralalotteryresult.net, or even watched live on the department’s official YouTube channel and the Apple TV app. Winners are encouraged to download the results in PDF format for easy reference and to cross-check their tickets at the Kerala Government Gazette office for added certainty.

Interestingly, the January 15 draw wasn’t the only major lottery event in Kerala that week. The Dhanalekshmi DL-35 Wednesday Bumper draw also took place at Gorky Bhavan, offering a first prize of ₹1 crore. The winning ticket for that draw was, coincidentally, also PU 743503—a quirk of fate that surely made for some double-checking among ticket holders. The Dhanalekshmi lottery, held every Wednesday, is another pillar in Kerala’s seven-weekly-draw system, with tickets priced at a more modest ₹50, making participation accessible to a broader swath of the population, as reported by Zee News.

With such high stakes and widespread participation, it’s no wonder the Kerala lottery system has become woven into the fabric of the state’s society. For many, it’s a source of hope and excitement; for others, a cautionary tale about the allure and risks of gambling. But for the lucky holders of PU 743503, PT 576430, and PR 451104 this January, the Karunya Plus KN 606 draw will be remembered as the day their fortunes changed forever.