Kerala lottery Result Today: KO 344245 Wins Rs 80 Lakh in Karunya KR-691 Saturday Draw
Karunya KR-691 Draw Results
On Saturday, 1 February 2025, the Kerala State Lottery Department held the Karunya KR-691 draw at Gorky Bhavan, near Bakery Junction in Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram. The ceremony started precisely at 3 PM and was streamed live through government portals, reinforcing the public’s trust in the Kerala lottery system.
The winning ticket for the coveted first‑prize tier – worth a life‑changing Rs 80 lakh – was identified as KO 344245. This ticket instantly turned its holder into a millionaire and sparked celebratory headlines across local media.
Following the headline winner, ticket KN 988546 secured the second prize of Rs 5 lakh. The third‑prize tier, each worth Rs 1 lakh, saw multiple winners as per the usual structure of Kerala lottery draws, though their exact ticket numbers were not disclosed in the official bulletin.
Consolation prizes of Rs 8,000 were awarded to any ticket ending in the same six digits as the first prize. The complete list of consolation numbers was:
- KN 344245
- KP 344245
- KR 344245
- KS 344245
- KT 344245
- KU 344245
- KV 344245
- KW 344245
- KX 344245
- KY 344245
- KZ 344245
Prize Structure and Claim Process
Karunya KR-691 follows a multi‑tier format featuring eight prize categories, ranging from the top Rs 80 lakh prize down to an eighth‑prize of Rs 100. This laddered system is designed to keep participation high, ensuring that a significant portion of ticket‑buyers walk away with some return.
All participants were advised to verify their tickets using the official website, the Kerala State Lottery mobile app, or through televised result bulletins. Winners must present the original ticket and a valid ID at any regional lottery office within 30 days of the announcement to claim their money.
The Kerala lottery scheme operates under strict government oversight, with independent auditors monitoring each draw to prevent tampering. Transparency measures include live video feeds, real‑time number displays, and post‑draw audits released to the public.
As the Karunya series continues to dominate Saturday evenings, many buyers already anticipate the next draw, hoping to replicate KO 344245’s luck. The department reminds all participants that responsible gaming practices should be followed, and that lottery tickets are not a guaranteed source of income.
