Two Indian expatriates in Dubai, Karthik Anbazhagan and Syeda Huma Begum, have emerged as winners in the 2025 RAK Diabetes Challenge, each receiving Dh5,000 for their remarkable health transformations. The challenge, which concluded on November 13, 2025, at RAK Hospital, saw participants compete to improve their HbA1c levels over a 12-week period. Karthik, a Dubai resident, reduced his levels from 9.6 to 6.94, while Syeda, from Ajman, achieved a drop from 7.8 to 6.47. Both winners attributed their success to consistency, lifestyle changes, and family support. Karthik emphasized the importance of a balanced diet, regular exercise, and the use of a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), which provided real-time insights into his glucose levels. Syeda, a teacher, highlighted her daily walking routine, balanced diet, and positive mindset as key factors. The challenge, which attracted over 5,500 participants across the UAE, aimed to promote diabetes management and healthier living. Sana Abbasi, a Pakistani resident in Dubai, secured second place with a Dh3,000 prize, improving her blood sugar levels from 7.61 to 6.96. The event concluded just ahead of World Diabetes Day, underscoring the importance of awareness and proactive health management.