The Times of India

Mumbai's 21-year-old spends Rs 3.25 lakh, pays own fees and invests Rs 40,000

In a candid social media post, a 21-year-old engineering student from Mumbai detailed her financial commitments. After two years of parental support, she assumed responsibility for her college fees, totaling Rs 2.73 lakh. Her monthly expenses consist of Rs 23,000 in rent to her parents and Rs 11,000 on groceries. Additionally, she prioritizes her future by investing Rs 40,000 in systematic plans, exemplifying the path to early financial independence.