The Dh100,000 windfall will help her daughter secure a brighter future for her children.
Dubai: A 73-year-old grandmother from Mumbai has won Dh100,000 in Dear Big Ticket Season 4, and plans to use the prize money to support her grandchildren’s education.
For Jaya Bhatia, the win comes at a significant time for her family. Having raised her daughter as a single mother, she understands the challenges of managing family responsibilities while ensuring access to quality education.
Today, her daughter is also raising her children alone and facing a difficult period. Bhatia hopes the prize will ease some of the financial pressure and allow her grandchildren to continue their studies without worrying about the costs.
A grandmother’s wish
Bhatia works from home in recruitment for nursing schools. Having experienced the difficulties of single parenthood herself, she understands the importance of education and financial security in building a family’s future.
She worked hard to support her daughter’s education and now hopes to extend the same support to her grandchildren.
“I wanted was to make sure my grandchildren could continue their studies without any worries,” said Bhatia.
She said she was overwhelmed when she received the news of her win.
“I was completely shocked when I heard the news. I couldn’t hold back my tears because this means so much to me and my family. I feel incredibly blessed and thankful,” Bhatia said.
Dear Big Ticket Season 4 announces six winners
Dear Big Ticket Season 4 has officially wrapped up, with six winners each taking home Dh100,000 following a public voting campaign.
The initiative brought together personal wishes from across the region, with community members rallying behind individuals and families hoping to make a meaningful difference in their lives.
Bhatia’s story highlights the campaign’s emphasis on family, education and supporting loved ones through challenging times.
