Nagaland Lottery Sambad ‘Dear Godavari’ Full Results Announced

New Delhi, August 12, 2025: The eagerly awaited results for the Nagaland Lottery Sambad’s ‘Dear Godavari’ draw, held on Tuesday, August 12, have been officially declared. The 1 PM draw, which is a popular weekly lottery, has crowned a new crorepati with the first prize of Rs 1 Crore. The complete list of winning numbers and prizes has been released, bringing a conclusion to the anticipation felt by countless ticket holders.

The first prize, a life-changing amount of Rs 1 Crore, was won by the ticket with the number 59C 46478. The winning number was publicly announced, confirming the identity of the lucky winner. The ‘Dear Godavari’ draw is a key part of the Nagaland State Lotteries, which is one of the few government-regulated lotteries legally permitted in India.

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In addition to the grand prize, other winners were also announced across a number of prize tiers. The second prize, a substantial sum of Rs 9,000, was awarded to ten lucky ticket holders. Smaller yet still significant prizes were also distributed, with the third prize being Rs 450, the fourth prize Rs 250, and the fifth prize Rs 120. A consolation prize of Rs 1,000 was also given to winners who matched their numbers with the first prize but had a different series.

Participants who bought tickets for the ‘Dear Godavari’ draw are strongly advised to check their ticket numbers against the official results. These results can be accessed on the official Nagaland State Lotteries websites. It is emphasized that all winning tickets should be verified from official sources to avoid any discrepancy or misinformation.

Detailed instructions for claiming the prize money have been provided by the lottery authorities. Winners of prizes exceeding Rs 10,000 are required to follow a specific procedure. A claim form must be downloaded from the official website and submitted to the Nagaland Office in Kolkata, along with the original winning ticket and other necessary documents. It is also important for winners to be aware of tax rules; according to Section 194B of the Income-tax Act, 1961, any prize money over Rs 10,000 is subject to TDS deductions.

The ‘Dear Godavari’ is one of three daily draws conducted by the Nagaland State Lottery. The other draws, ‘Dear COMET’ at 6 PM and ‘Dear GOOSE’ at 8 PM, are still to be held today, offering further opportunities for participants to win. These lotteries continue to be a source of hope and excitement for many, providing a chance for people to improve their financial circumstances.