My Story: A Journey from Novice to Investor

My journey into the world of investing is a tale of resilience, learning, and transformation. It began with the guidance of two remarkable women in my life – my grandmother and my mother. With $1500 (approximately 120,000 rupees) in hand, a young version of myself, full of confidence yet lacking in experience, took the first steps into the stock market. I vividly remember purchasing 10 shares of Nifty 50 at 12,000 rupees each on February 12, 2020. Little did I know, this was just the beginning of a much larger learning curve.

Within a month, the unforeseen COVID-19 pandemic struck, sending the markets into a downward spiral. My shares plummeted to 8,000 rupees each. The blow was not just financial; it shook my belief in investing. I had heard people call the stock market a gamble, and at that moment, I felt they were right.

But then, something pivotal happened. My mother, ever the guiding force, stepped in and offered to buy 10 more shares on one condition: I had to read 50 books about the stock market. I agreed. This decision brought my average buying price to 10,000 rupees per share and opened a new chapter in my investment journey.

The books were enlightening. They transformed my understanding of the stock market from a mere game of chance to a field rich in strategy and analysis. Simultaneously, I was saving diligently from my multiple YouTube channels, small business ventures, and freelance work on Fiverr. By June 2021, I had accumulated 12 lakh rupees, ready to be wisely invested.

Today, my investment portfolio stands at over 1.5 crore rupees. This isn’t about bragging rights; it’s a testament to what education, patience, and perseverance in the stock market can achieve. My aim is not to boast but to inspire and motivate others, especially those who view the stock market skeptically.

The irony of life is sweet; the very people who once discouraged me and labeled the stock market a gamble now come to me for stock tips. More than that, I take pride in having motivated over 100 individuals, including 60 kids and 40 adults, to understand and invest in the stock market.

My story is a message of hope and determination. It’s about overcoming initial setbacks and turning them into stepping stones for success. It’s about the power of knowledge and the importance of financial literacy. As a young investor, my journey is just beginning, but the lessons I’ve learned are timeless. And if my story can inspire just one person to explore the world of investing with an informed and open mind, then it’s a story worth telling.