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Khon Kaen Resident Wins 10 Million Baht in GSB Lottery

A customer of the Government Savings Bank's Maliwan branch in Khon Kaen won the top prize of 10 million baht in the special one-year savings lottery draw on 16 October 2069. The bank announced the win via its GSB Society Facebook page and said the prize will be deposited into the winner's linked call deposit account the following day. Prize winnings are tax-free, and the bank encourages the public to keep saving for a chance to win.

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A customer of the Government Savings Bank's Maliwan branch in Khon Kaen won the top prize of 10 million baht in the special one-year savings lottery draw on 16 October 2069. The GSB Society Facebook page announced the win and congratulated the holder of the winning ticket. The prize money will be deposited into the winner's linked call deposit account the day after the draw. Full prize details are available at www.gsb.or.th or https://to.gsb.or.th/x3KqvpD. Remember, prize money for individuals is tax‑free – don’t miss out, the next lucky winner could be you! Save at any GSB branch or via MyMo to take part.

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