2024-03-13 07:33:24
New Delhi: As soon as the word ‘beggar’ comes, a picture is formed in the mind. Tattered clothes, miserable life, no house to live in, no decent food to eat. That is, it is often associated with those people who are living in extreme poverty. There is severe lack of basic needs in their lives. However, you may be surprised to know that there are some people who have turned begging into a lucrative profession. According to Economic Times, Bharat Jain, a resident of Mumbai, is included among them. He is one of the richest beggars not only in India but also in the world.
Bharat Jain has become a millionaire by begging
It is said that Bharat Jain had to face financial difficulties. Due to this he could not get education. Despite this he is married. He has two sons. Both of them are completing their education due to the efforts of Bharat. According to media reports, Bharat Jain’s net worth is Rs 7.5 crore. He earns between Rs 60,000 and Rs 75,000 every month by begging.
Investment in two flats, shops in Mumbai
It is said that Bharat Jain owns two flats worth Rs 1.4 crore in Mumbai. He has invested in two shops in Thane. From this he gets a monthly rent of Rs 30,000. Despite his wealth, Bharat Jain can still be seen begging at places like Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus or Azad Maidan in Mumbai. He lives in Parel. Their children study in a convent school. Apart from this, other members of Bharat Jain’s family run a stationery store.
Some people also claim this
Some people also claim that Bharat Jain is not actually a beggar. Actually, they earn money by pretending to beg. He is also known for his excellent memory. Bharat Jain has expertise in remembering people’s names and faces. He often wears expensive clothes and jewellery. Bharat speaks many languages. These include Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and English. He is also involved in many social works.