Harsh Goenka is currently facing criticism for a social media post where he suggested everyone save Rs 600 a day. The RPG Group Chairman wrote about the value of developing positive habits. He frequently provides advice and thoughts on life, business and revenue-generating on his X handle. Although his goals were focused on promoting beneficial lifestyle changes, several people questioned the suggestion’s practicality.
“Saving Rs 600 per day = Rs 2,19,000 per year Reading 20 pages per day = 30 books per year Walking 10,000 steps per day = 70 marathons per year,” read Goenka’s post.
Saving Rs 600 per day = Rs 2,19,000 per yearReading 20 pages per day = 30 books per yearWalking 10,000 steps per day = 70 marathons per yearNever underestimate the power of small habits.
— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) September 18, 2024
The goal of Goenka’s post was to highlight the long-term advantages of consistency, but many internet users were drawn to the Rs 600 daily savings goal, which sparked a contentious discussion on the harsh reality of the Indian economy.
A user criticised Goenka’s suggestion, saying most Indians struggle to even earn Rs. 600 a day, let alone saving that amount. They pointed out many people spend over 15 hours a day just to survive, leaving no time or peace of mind to read 20 pages or walk 10,000 steps. The user concluded that Goenka’s advice is only feasible for a small portion of the population.
See on ground before dreaming any thoughts.Majority of Indians are struggling to earn Rs. 600 per day and you are talking about saving Rs. 600?
Majority of Indians spend more than 15 hours to earn just to sustain, when they will get time and calm mind to read 20 page and walk…
— Vijay-The Market Observer (@VSMarketTrend) September 19, 2024
Another user mentioned, “70% of Indians earn less than this. So stop this theatrics and pay well to your employees.”
70% of Indian earning less than this. So stop this theatrics and pay well to your employees.— Common Sense (@DeCivicsUpdate) September 19, 2024
While applauding the intent, a third commenter pointed out the hard realities of the middle class in India. The user wrote, “This is brilliant advice. I love the way he has explained. BUT. Minimum wages in India are in the range of Rs. 500-600. 81 Crore people in India live on free ration, which means they fall even below the minimum wage earning.”
This is brilliant advice. I love the way he has explained.BUTMinimum wages in India are in the range of Rs. 500-600 81 Crore people in India live on free ration, which means they fall even below the minimum wage earning .— Rashid (@shaikhrashid3) September 19, 2024
A user suggested, “Agree. All businesses in India should start by evaluating how many of their employees earn less than Rs. 1200 per day. Then let’s bring their earnings to a minimum of Rs. 1200 per day so that they can save Rs. 600 per day and live a basic life for their family in balance money.”
Agree. All businesses in India should start with evaluating how many of their employees earn less than Rs. 1200 per day. Then let's bring their earnings to minimum Rs. 1200 per day so that they can save Rs. 600 per day and live basic life for their family in balance money.— Jatin Chande (@jatinc) September 19, 2024
The practicality of the saving suggestion is the main point of contention in this argument. Regular saving is undoubtedly a good practice, but individuals claim that Goenka’s proposed savings amount is unrealistic given the financial challenges that many people in India endure due to the country’s high cost of living and low salary rates.
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