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Automobile
Telangana Man Saves ₹10 Coins for Three Years to Afford ₹1.23 Lakh Honda Activa
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🗓 15 Oct 2026, 04:01 AM
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A resident of Telangana accumulated ₹10 coins over three years, eventually gathering enough to purchase a Honda Activa priced at ₹1.23 lakh.
A man from Telangana embarked on a disciplined saving plan, collecting ₹10 coins over a period of three years. The modest daily contributions added up, allowing him to reach the amount required for a new two-wheeler.
After three years of consistent effort, the total saved matched the on‑road price of a Honda Activa, which is listed at ₹1.23 lakh. The scooter, a popular choice for urban commuters, became affordable for the saver through his patient accumulation of small change.
The story, highlighted in a Livemint video, underscores how incremental savings, even in low denominations, can enable the purchase of a major personal asset. It serves as a reminder of the impact of long‑term financial discipline for ordinary citizens.
After three years of consistent effort, the total saved matched the on‑road price of a Honda Activa, which is listed at ₹1.23 lakh. The scooter, a popular choice for urban commuters, became affordable for the saver through his patient accumulation of small change.
The story, highlighted in a Livemint video, underscores how incremental savings, even in low denominations, can enable the purchase of a major personal asset. It serves as a reminder of the impact of long‑term financial discipline for ordinary citizens.