Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Son Struggles with Parents' Money Habits in India
A young man working in Canada sends Rs 70,000 every month to his parents in India.
His parents put most of this money into savings schemes called committees, which lock the money away for a year.
This leaves only Rs 20,000 for the family's daily needs, which isn't enough.
The parents often ask for extra money, making it hard for the son to manage his own finances.
He feels stressed and wants to help but also wants his parents to understand the importance of having enough money for daily expenses.
A son sends Rs 70,000 monthly from Canada to his parents in India.
Parents lock Rs 50,000 in committees, leaving Rs 20,000 for household expenses.
Parents frequently ask for extra money, causing financial strain on the son.
Son feels burdened and wants parents to understand the importance of liquid funds.
Social media users advise the son to have an open conversation with his parents.
- Who
- A 22-year-old son working in Canada and his parents in India
- What
- Dispute over money management and financial support
- When
- Ongoing, with recent escalation
- Where
- Canada and India
- Why
- Parents' saving habits leave insufficient funds for daily expenses, causing financial strain on the son
Son's Perspective
Parents' Perspective
Money Management
Son's Perspective
The son believes that locking money in committees is impractical and leaves the family with insufficient funds for daily expenses.
Parents' Perspective
The parents see it as 'forced savings' and a way to secure their future.
Financial Support
Son's Perspective
The son feels burdened and financially vulnerable, having to send extra money frequently.
Parents' Perspective
The parents feel the current amount is not enough and request additional funds for basic needs.
- Monthly Remittance
- Rs 70,000
- Amount Locked in Committees
- Rs 50,000
- Remaining Household Funds
- Rs 20,000
- Additional Top-up Sent
- Rs 25,000
- Education Costs
- Rs 25 lakh