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News18
3 hours ago
- Business
- News18
Who Needs A Job? This Mumbai Beggar Earns More Than Rs 75,000 A Month
Last Updated: Bharat Jain, known as the world's wealthiest beggar, has built a surprising net worth of Rs 7.5 crore by begging on the streets of Mumbai. In the busy streets of Mumbai, near Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and Azad Maidan, one man stands out, not because he's asking for money, but because he's secretly very rich. Bharat Jain, known as the world's richest beggar, has made a surprising amount of money through begging. He even owns properties and earns more than many people with regular jobs. How Bharat Jain Became the World's Wealthiest Beggar? Bharat Jain didn't grow up rich; his family faced tough financial times. They struggled to afford food and shelter, which meant Bharat couldn't go to school. But over time, he turned his life around. Today, reports say he has a net worth of Rs 7.5 crore, including several properties and an income higher than many regular workers. For the past 40 years, Bharat has mainly earned his money through begging. Reports suggest he makes around Rs 2,000 to Rs 2,500 a day, depending on where he is and how generous people are. He works around 10 to 12 hours daily, earning between Rs 60,000 to Rs 75,000 a month. Besides begging, Bharat has made smart money choices. He owns two flats in Mumbai worth Rs 1.4 crore, where he lives with his wife, two sons, father, and brother. He also owns two shops in Thane, which give him Rs 30,000 per month in rent. These wise investments help him take care of his family and plan for the future. His sons went to a well-known convent school, finished their studies, and now help with the family business. The Jains run a stationery store, which adds to their income. Even though Bharat is now financially secure, his family doesn't fully support his choice to keep begging. But he stands by it and says, 'I enjoy begging, and I don't want to give it up." In an interview with the Economic Times, Bharat said, 'I'm not greedy. I'm generous." He also shared that he visits temples and donates money. Bharat's story is not one of a kind. India's begging industry is reportedly worth about Rs 1.5 lakh crore. Others like Sambhaji Kale, who is worth Rs 1.5 crore, and Laxmi Das, with Rs 1 crore, have also gained wealth through begging. First Published:
Hans India
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Chandigarh is epitome of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat': Bandi Sanjay
Chandigarh / Hyderabad: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, stated that Chandigarh serves as a prime example of the concept of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.' He made this remark during a meeting on Friday, following the inauguration of various projects in Chandigarh and the laying of foundation stones for several development works. During the event, he inaugurated the Sector-50 Commerce College Hostel, the expansion of the Government Senior Secondary School Complex, and the construction of an IT block at the Sector-46 Postgraduate College. Additionally, Bandi Sanjay inaugurated 144 newly constructed residential houses in the Chandigarh Police Complex in Dhanas. The Minister highlighted that Chandigarh is making significant strides in development, transparency, and security. He noted that programs such as the Smart City initiative, road improvements, modernization of public transport, digital governance, the Haritha Bharat initiative, and the Swachh Bharat Mission are resulting in clear positive changes in the lives of the residents. The projects and ground-breaking ceremonies initiated today, under the theme 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas,' reflect not only Chandigarh's development but also the vision and determination of our country. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah for providing this opportunity. Under their leadership, the nation is rapidly progressing toward a 'developed India.' The concept of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' is becoming a reality under Amit Shah's guidance, and Chandigarh Governor Gulab Chandra Kataria is also steering the city's development in a new direction. The Union Minister emphasized that Chandigarh is the first city to fully implement the Indian Penal Code, the Indian Civil Protection Code, and the Indian Evidence Act. He stated that under the Viksit Bharat 2047 Mission, 'we will make India number one in economic growth. As part of this vision, we will transform Chandigarh into a knowledge hub, a wellness city, and a model of smart governance.' Sanjay Kumar congratulated the officials, planners, engineers, workers, and citizens who are playing a key role in these initiatives. Chandigarh Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla, Chief Secretary to the Government Rajiv Verma, DGP Pushpendra Kumar, Finance Secretary Diprav Lakra, Additional Solicitor General of India Satyapal Jain, and Science and Technology, Environment Secretary Saurabh Kumar, among others, were present at the program organized for this occasion.
Indian Express
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ahead of 50th anniversary, Sion's iconic Guru Kripa, whose samosas were loved by Raj Kapoor and Dilip Kumar, debuts in South Mumbai
In the late 1960s, Vishindas Wadhwa — whose family came to India during Partition and settled in Mumbai — found success selling samosas from a thela (hand cart). In 1975, he went on to establish what would become Sion's beloved Guru Kripa. Over the next five decades, it earned a loyal following for its samosas, tikki chole, and a range of savouries, as well as mithais like the Sindhi specialty Sev Barfi, made with khoya and sev. Its reputation spread far beyond the neighbourhood. But for South Mumbai residents, there was always one complaint: 'It's too far!' Ahead of its 50th anniversary this August, third-generation custodians Bharat and Sunaina have addressed this long-standing gripe by opening Guru Kripa's first branch — just a stone's throw from the Royal Opera House on Charni Road. 'What better gift to my grandfather than taking his culinary repository to a bigger audience,' said Bharat on a weekday afternoon, just two days after the shutters were lifted. Spread across 800 sq ft, the Charni Road outpost functions as a mithai retail outlet and delivery kitchen and offers an elevated experience. While the original 1,500 sqft store evokes nostalgia with its classic mithai-and-snack shop vibe, the new branch is more contemporary in design. There's a truck-style mithai station, a hamper counter, and a 'wall of fame' showcasing celebrity visitors and key milestones in the brand's journey. 'We wanted it to be an experience centre where every corner tells a story,' Bharat shared. 'So we gave it a retro South Bombay touch.' Pointing to a wall behind the savoury counter, he drew our attention to a series of black-and-white photos featuring the Asiatic Library, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and the BMC building. 'This is our ode to South Bombay.' Unlike the original outlet, where customers can grab a quick samosa while standing outside or enjoy a full meal in the air-conditioned seating area, this new branch is strictly takeaway and delivery. 'We did want a small dine-in section,' Bharat admitted. 'But it didn't fit the space and what we set out to do with this experiment.' In the hour we spent at the shop, the counter stayed busy with walk-ins sampling mithai or picking up snacks for home. 'The response has been great, people are happy that it's now accessible,' he said, adding that early favourites include samosas, gulab jamun, sugar-free dates mithai and their recently launched Biscoff barfi, and Jain-friendly snacks like chole tikki, sandwiches, and Sindhi-speciality dal pakwan. Guru Kripa's samosas, of course, have a cult following of their own. Legend has it that Raj Kapoor and Dilip Kumar were regulars, and that when Amitabh Bachchan suffered a near-fatal injury on the sets of Coolie, Vishindas Wadhwa distributed samosas while praying for his recovery. 'When Mr Bachchan learned of this, he visited us, enjoyed the samosas, and declared them his favourite,' Bharat recounted proudly. We asked him for the real marker of success: the number of samosas sold. He smiled shyly before revealing, 'We sold 1,000 samosas each on day 1 and day 2.' Fifty years on, it seems life has come full circle for Vishindas Wadhwa's Guru Kripa.
India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Esha Deol and ex Bharat Takhtani make joint appearance at Mumbai airport. Watch
Actor Esha Deol was seen with her ex-husband Bharat Takhtani for the first time since their divorce, drawing considerable attention from fans and the media. They were clicked at the Mumbai airport and Bharat were photographed at the Mumbai airport on Friday as they boarded a flight, marking a rare public appearance together dressed casually in a T-shirt and jeans, carried a handbag and even paused to pose for the paparazzi. Bharat, on the other hand, was seen retrieving luggage from the trunk of their car, dressed in an all-white Though they arrived in the same vehicle, they were seen entering the terminal separately. It is presumed they were on the same the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Snehkumar Zala (@sneyhzala)The former couple has largely stayed away from the spotlight since announcing their separation earlier this year. In February 2024, they released an official joint statement confirming the end of their 12-year marriage.'We have mutually and amicably decided to part ways. Through this shift in our lives, the best interests and welfare of our two children is and will be of the utmost importance to us. We would appreciate that our privacy is respected throughout,' the statement and Bharat are parents to two daughters - Radhya, born in 2017, and Miraya, born in 2019.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Esha Deol spotted with ex-husband Bharat Takhtani for the first time after their divorce, actress poses for the paps
and 's daughter Esha Deol got married to Bharat Takhtani on June 29, 2012. However, in 2024, the couple announced their separation. Their joint statement read, "We have mutually and amicably decided to part ways. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Through this shift in our lives, the best interests and welfare of our two children are and will be of utmost importance to us. We'd appreciate that our privacy is respected." Post their divorce, Esha and Bharat continue to co-parent their daughters Radhya and Miraya. After announcing the divorce, Esha and Bharat have been spotted together for the first time. The 'Dhoom' actress was seen at the airport in a striped t-shirt with flared pants. She posed alone for the paps while Bharat quickly walked towards the airport. On father's day this year, Esha had also dropped a picture with Bharat for the first time after their separation. She shared a picture with her father Dharmendra and Bharat, as she wrote, "Happy Father's Day. Here with my darling papa & Dada to my babies." Earlier in an interview, Esha had opened up on her equation with Bharat now as they co-parent their children. She had told Mamarazzi, "It's just that in life, sometimes, due to certain things, roles change. And if it doesn't work out in a certain equation of what two people were at one point, you must take it upon yourself, especially when you have children. The two mature individuals must take it upon themselves to work out another dynamic but keep the unit together for the sake of the children. And that's exactly what Bharat and I do." On work front, Esha recently made her comeback to the movies with Vikram bhatt's 'Tumko Meri Kasam'.
