Only in Dubai: Lucky laborer wins McLaren… for renewing SIM

By Eudore R. Chand

DUBAI 26 February 2019: A laborer in Dubai has been handed over the keys of a McLaren 570S Spider – just because he renewed the registration of his mobile number.

In line with the UAE Registration Policy, Du invited customers with expired ID registrations to renew the registration of their numbers before 31st January to avoid their services being cut-off.

Balvir Singh, an Indian national received the luxury McLaren supercar prize with much enthusiasm and gratitude to the company. “Thanks to Du, this unexpected prize has improved the future of my life and also the lives of my friends and family,” he said.

“It is truly life changing and I am blessed and overwhelmed at the opportunities this has provided me. I have been in the UAE since the last ten years and will continue to be here. I thank Du for making my life beautiful.”

All customers who renewed the ID registration before that period were entered in the draw to win the luxury car.

“At Du, we strive to spread happiness and joy amongst our customers. And, this is a testament to what we are trying to achieve. We congratulate Balvir on winning this prize and encourage our customers to partake in our upcoming competitions,” said Fahad Al Hassawi, Deputy CEO – Telco, EITC .

Customers can easily renew the registration of their number online or via the Du app to avoid having their line suspended. They can also check their ID registration status by sending an SMS to 6664 with message ‘Status’.