“Take a break”: says Ashneer Grover to Zerodha CEO, who suffered mild stroke

Investor Ashneer Grover advised Zerodha co-founder Nitin Kamath to take care of himself and take a break, who today announced that he suffered a mild stroke a few weeks ago.

Nitin Kamath, 44, said, “About 6 weeks ago, I suddenly had a mild stroke. Dad’s demise, poor sleep, exhaustion, dehydration and overwork – any of these could be possible reasons.” A post on X.

Soon after Mr Kamath’s post, wishes started pouring in from the industry.

“Dude – take care. Most likely you have been greatly affected by your father’s demise – it affected me too after my father passed away – I just collapsed one day. Get some rest!” Posted by Ashneer Grover, co-founder and lead investor of BharatPe.

“Oh my God, this has been a very tough time for you Nitin, take it easy and I wish you a speedy recovery and smile!” Posted by Deepak Shenoy, CEO, Capital Mind.

“Hey buddy. Take care. Here if you need anything. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Admiring your resiliency,” said Bhavin Turakhia, founder of Zeta Suite, a provider of next-gen credit card processing platforms. he said.

Mr Kamath said he was recovering but was still “counting the treadmill” and posted two contrasting photos – one in his hospital bed and the other on a treadmill to convey the message.

About 6 weeks ago, I suddenly suffered a mild stroke. Dad’s demise, poor sleep, exhaustion, dehydration, and overwork – any of these could be possible causes.

I have had problems ranging from severe swelling on my face and inability to read or write to a slight fall… pic.twitter.com/aQG4lHmFER

– Nitin Kamath (@Nitin0dha) 26 February 2024

“From having a great facial stoop and not being able to read and write to being slightly stooped, but being able to read and write more. From being absent-minded to being more present-minded. So, from 3 6 months for complete recovery.

He said, “I wondered why a person who is fit and takes care of himself could be affected. The doctor said you need to know when you need to shift down a gear a bit.”