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Ramalingam Kalirajan has over 23 years of experience in mutual funds and financial planning.
He has an MBA in finance from the University of Madras and is a certified financial planner.
He is the director and chief financial planner at Holistic Investment, a Chennai-based firm that offers financial planning and wealth management advice.... more
He has an MBA in finance from the University of Madras and is a certified financial planner.
He is the director and chief financial planner at Holistic Investment, a Chennai-based firm that offers financial planning and wealth management advice.... more
Asked by Anonymous - Nov 11, 2025Hindi
I am 43 yrs old, have sip in Nifty 50 - 3500 Nifty next 50 - 3000 Nippon large cap - 3500 Hdfc midcap - 2500 Parag Flexicap - 3000 Tata small cap - 1300 Gold sip - 500 Hdfc debt fund - 700, accumulated around 2.14 lakhs, PPF - 10 lakhs, nps - 20 lakhs, home and car loan of 8 lakhs remaining and debt of 10 lakhs pending without interest. My intake is 80 thousand per month My child is a patient of CP. Kindly suggest whether the sip contribution with the type is ok as I have no savings, all gone in his treatment and need a good corpus for his treatment and for future. Kindly suggest any modification of sips also.
Ans: You have done a very sincere job in keeping your SIPs active despite heavy family responsibilities. Managing multiple goals with limited income, loans, and a child’s medical needs shows your strength and discipline. Let’s analyse your situation deeply and plan a 360-degree path forward.
» Current Financial Picture
You are 43 years old, earning Rs 80,000 per month.
Your SIP contribution totals around Rs 14,100 every month.
Your accumulated mutual fund corpus is Rs 2.14 lakh.
You also hold PPF of Rs 10 lakh and NPS of Rs 20 lakh.
You have loans of Rs 18 lakh in total—Rs 8 lakh for home and car, and Rs 10 lakh as interest-free debt.
Your major goal is to ensure a stable financial base for your child’s treatment and future.
Your situation calls for careful balance—between liquidity for emergencies, reduction of debt, and long-term corpus building.
» Appreciation for Your Effort
Continuing SIPs even when facing medical expenses shows your strong commitment to your child’s future.
Many people stop investing in such times, but you have shown discipline.
This consistent habit will help your long-term wealth creation once cash flow pressure eases.
» Analysing the Present SIP Mix
Your SIPs are spread across:
– Nifty 50: Rs 3,500
– Nifty Next 50: Rs 3,000
– Nippon Large Cap: Rs 3,500
– HDFC Midcap: Rs 2,500
– Parag Flexicap: Rs 3,000
– Tata Small Cap: Rs 1,300
– Gold: Rs 500
– HDFC Debt Fund: Rs 700
This is a good mix of categories, but the balance between risk and liquidity can be improved.
» Understanding the Limitation of Index Funds
Both Nifty 50 and Nifty Next 50 SIPs are index funds.
Index funds only mirror the index.
They cannot beat the market returns.
They do not protect you during market corrections.
There is no professional fund manager actively managing risk.
When markets fall, index funds also fall equally.
For a person with a dependent child and emotional responsibilities, such volatility can create stress.
Actively managed funds, on the other hand, have fund managers who analyse and adjust portfolios as per market conditions.
They can avoid poor-performing sectors and focus on better ones.
Over long term, good active funds outperform index funds, especially in emerging markets like India.
Hence, keeping both Nifty 50 and Nifty Next 50 may not be ideal.
You can retain only one active large cap fund and one flexicap fund instead.
» Disadvantages of Holding Too Many Similar Funds
You already have three large cap-oriented funds: Nifty 50, Nifty Next 50, and Nippon Large Cap.
These overlap in holdings.
Holding too many large caps does not give diversification.
It only increases monitoring burden.
Simplifying will help you manage better.
» Midcap and Small Cap Allocation Review
Midcap and small cap funds are useful for long-term growth but are risky in short term.
Given your loans and medical needs, risk control is more important than high return.
HDFC Midcap and Tata Small Cap together form around Rs 3,800 SIP.
This exposure can be trimmed for now.
You can later increase it when your financial situation stabilises.
» Role of Flexicap Fund
Parag Flexicap is a good bridge between large and midcap.
It gives flexibility to the fund manager to move across categories based on opportunity.
Such flexibility helps manage risk better.
You can continue this SIP.
» Gold SIP Review
Your Gold SIP of Rs 500 is fine.
Gold is a good hedge against inflation and uncertainty.
But keep exposure under 10% of your total investments.
Do not increase it further.
» Debt Fund Allocation
Debt SIP of Rs 700 is too small for your profile.
Debt funds give stability.
They are needed for emergency fund and short-term goals.
Since you have medical expenses and loans, more debt allocation is essential.
You can slowly raise this SIP when cash flow improves.
Remember, for debt mutual funds, both long and short-term capital gains are taxed as per your income tax slab.
Still, they are safer than equity funds for short-term needs.
» Need for Emergency Fund
You mentioned that you have no savings left.
This is risky because emergencies can arise anytime.
You must first create an emergency fund before continuing with higher SIPs.
Keep at least 6 months of expenses in a liquid fund or bank savings.
It will give mental peace during medical or financial shocks.
You may pause one or two SIPs temporarily until this buffer is built.
» Strategy to Manage Loans
Since your debt of Rs 10 lakh is interest-free, you can repay it gradually.
For the Rs 8 lakh home and car loan, check the interest rate.
If it is above 9%, you may prepay partially after building your emergency fund.
Reducing debt brings more relief than earning extra returns in volatile funds.
Avoid taking new loans for consumption or luxury.
Use any surplus bonuses or gifts to clear debt.
» Cash Flow Rebalancing
Your monthly income is Rs 80,000.
Your current SIP is around Rs 14,100.
That is nearly 17.5% of income.
It is good in theory, but when there is no liquid saving, it creates stress.
You can reduce total SIPs to around Rs 9,000–10,000 temporarily.
Use the freed amount to build an emergency reserve.
After 12–18 months, when cushion is ready, restart the SIPs again.
» Suggested Simplified SIP Structure
You can restructure your SIPs as follows:
– One large cap fund (active, not index) – around Rs 3,000
– One flexicap fund – around Rs 3,000
– One balanced advantage or hybrid fund – around Rs 2,000
– One debt fund – around Rs 2,000
– Gold SIP – Rs 500
This total Rs 10,500 SIP will be easier to manage and more stable.
It will reduce duplication and risk.
» Importance of Investing Through a Certified Financial Planner
Direct mutual fund investing may look cheaper.
But it demands your time, research, and emotional control.
Without expert review, wrong fund selection or wrong timing can reduce your returns.
Investing through a Certified Financial Planner helps in continuous review and goal alignment.
Regular plans through a qualified CFP also provide hand-holding during market corrections.
This guidance protects you from emotional mistakes.
The small difference in expense ratio is worth the peace and discipline you gain.
Hence, prefer regular plans through a CFP-led MFD channel.
» Protection Through Insurance
Since your child needs lifelong medical attention, ensure you have:
– A proper health insurance covering your family.
– A personal accident policy for yourself.
– A life insurance term plan with adequate sum assured to protect your child’s future.
Avoid ULIPs or investment-cum-insurance policies.
They give poor returns and low coverage.
If you already have such policies, you may consider surrendering and reinvesting in mutual funds through a CFP.
» Planning for Child’s Future
For your child with CP, future care planning is the core goal.
You should have a separate dedicated corpus plan.
You can build this through a combination of long-term SIPs in balanced or hybrid funds.
Also explore creating a private trust later to manage his financial security after you.
Your Certified Financial Planner can assist in such specialised planning.
» PPF and NPS Review
Your PPF of Rs 10 lakh is a strong safe base.
Continue it every year.
It ensures stability and long-term tax-free returns.
Your NPS of Rs 20 lakh is good for retirement planning.
Continue contributing as per comfort.
But remember, NPS has limited liquidity before age 60.
Hence, do not depend on it for emergencies.
» Liquidity and Safety First
Because you have no savings and high responsibilities, liquidity is priority.
Do not lock all your funds in long-term investments.
Ensure easy access to some portion of money.
Keep a mix of debt funds and bank deposits for that.
» Managing Emotions in Market Volatility
Equity funds fluctuate often.
Do not panic when markets fall.
SIP works best when you stay consistent.
Keep reviewing every year with a Certified Financial Planner.
He will help rebalance the portfolio based on performance and goals.
» Future Action Plan
– Step 1: Build an emergency fund equal to 6 months of expenses.
– Step 2: Reduce risky SIPs temporarily and simplify portfolio.
– Step 3: Continue health and life insurance protection.
– Step 4: Plan for debt reduction systematically.
– Step 5: Review and increase SIPs after stabilising cash flow.
– Step 6: Create a child care corpus and later a trust if needed.
– Step 7: Review portfolio yearly with your CFP.
» Finally
You have shown extraordinary courage and consistency.
Your heart is in the right place, and your discipline will pay off.
By focusing first on safety and liquidity, and then growth, you can rebuild financial strength.
Small steps now will create a secure foundation for your child’s future.
Stay patient, stay consistent, and review your plan once every year.
Your commitment today will shape a peaceful tomorrow for your family.
Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment
» Current Financial Picture
You are 43 years old, earning Rs 80,000 per month.
Your SIP contribution totals around Rs 14,100 every month.
Your accumulated mutual fund corpus is Rs 2.14 lakh.
You also hold PPF of Rs 10 lakh and NPS of Rs 20 lakh.
You have loans of Rs 18 lakh in total—Rs 8 lakh for home and car, and Rs 10 lakh as interest-free debt.
Your major goal is to ensure a stable financial base for your child’s treatment and future.
Your situation calls for careful balance—between liquidity for emergencies, reduction of debt, and long-term corpus building.
» Appreciation for Your Effort
Continuing SIPs even when facing medical expenses shows your strong commitment to your child’s future.
Many people stop investing in such times, but you have shown discipline.
This consistent habit will help your long-term wealth creation once cash flow pressure eases.
» Analysing the Present SIP Mix
Your SIPs are spread across:
– Nifty 50: Rs 3,500
– Nifty Next 50: Rs 3,000
– Nippon Large Cap: Rs 3,500
– HDFC Midcap: Rs 2,500
– Parag Flexicap: Rs 3,000
– Tata Small Cap: Rs 1,300
– Gold: Rs 500
– HDFC Debt Fund: Rs 700
This is a good mix of categories, but the balance between risk and liquidity can be improved.
» Understanding the Limitation of Index Funds
Both Nifty 50 and Nifty Next 50 SIPs are index funds.
Index funds only mirror the index.
They cannot beat the market returns.
They do not protect you during market corrections.
There is no professional fund manager actively managing risk.
When markets fall, index funds also fall equally.
For a person with a dependent child and emotional responsibilities, such volatility can create stress.
Actively managed funds, on the other hand, have fund managers who analyse and adjust portfolios as per market conditions.
They can avoid poor-performing sectors and focus on better ones.
Over long term, good active funds outperform index funds, especially in emerging markets like India.
Hence, keeping both Nifty 50 and Nifty Next 50 may not be ideal.
You can retain only one active large cap fund and one flexicap fund instead.
» Disadvantages of Holding Too Many Similar Funds
You already have three large cap-oriented funds: Nifty 50, Nifty Next 50, and Nippon Large Cap.
These overlap in holdings.
Holding too many large caps does not give diversification.
It only increases monitoring burden.
Simplifying will help you manage better.
» Midcap and Small Cap Allocation Review
Midcap and small cap funds are useful for long-term growth but are risky in short term.
Given your loans and medical needs, risk control is more important than high return.
HDFC Midcap and Tata Small Cap together form around Rs 3,800 SIP.
This exposure can be trimmed for now.
You can later increase it when your financial situation stabilises.
» Role of Flexicap Fund
Parag Flexicap is a good bridge between large and midcap.
It gives flexibility to the fund manager to move across categories based on opportunity.
Such flexibility helps manage risk better.
You can continue this SIP.
» Gold SIP Review
Your Gold SIP of Rs 500 is fine.
Gold is a good hedge against inflation and uncertainty.
But keep exposure under 10% of your total investments.
Do not increase it further.
» Debt Fund Allocation
Debt SIP of Rs 700 is too small for your profile.
Debt funds give stability.
They are needed for emergency fund and short-term goals.
Since you have medical expenses and loans, more debt allocation is essential.
You can slowly raise this SIP when cash flow improves.
Remember, for debt mutual funds, both long and short-term capital gains are taxed as per your income tax slab.
Still, they are safer than equity funds for short-term needs.
» Need for Emergency Fund
You mentioned that you have no savings left.
This is risky because emergencies can arise anytime.
You must first create an emergency fund before continuing with higher SIPs.
Keep at least 6 months of expenses in a liquid fund or bank savings.
It will give mental peace during medical or financial shocks.
You may pause one or two SIPs temporarily until this buffer is built.
» Strategy to Manage Loans
Since your debt of Rs 10 lakh is interest-free, you can repay it gradually.
For the Rs 8 lakh home and car loan, check the interest rate.
If it is above 9%, you may prepay partially after building your emergency fund.
Reducing debt brings more relief than earning extra returns in volatile funds.
Avoid taking new loans for consumption or luxury.
Use any surplus bonuses or gifts to clear debt.
» Cash Flow Rebalancing
Your monthly income is Rs 80,000.
Your current SIP is around Rs 14,100.
That is nearly 17.5% of income.
It is good in theory, but when there is no liquid saving, it creates stress.
You can reduce total SIPs to around Rs 9,000–10,000 temporarily.
Use the freed amount to build an emergency reserve.
After 12–18 months, when cushion is ready, restart the SIPs again.
» Suggested Simplified SIP Structure
You can restructure your SIPs as follows:
– One large cap fund (active, not index) – around Rs 3,000
– One flexicap fund – around Rs 3,000
– One balanced advantage or hybrid fund – around Rs 2,000
– One debt fund – around Rs 2,000
– Gold SIP – Rs 500
This total Rs 10,500 SIP will be easier to manage and more stable.
It will reduce duplication and risk.
» Importance of Investing Through a Certified Financial Planner
Direct mutual fund investing may look cheaper.
But it demands your time, research, and emotional control.
Without expert review, wrong fund selection or wrong timing can reduce your returns.
Investing through a Certified Financial Planner helps in continuous review and goal alignment.
Regular plans through a qualified CFP also provide hand-holding during market corrections.
This guidance protects you from emotional mistakes.
The small difference in expense ratio is worth the peace and discipline you gain.
Hence, prefer regular plans through a CFP-led MFD channel.
» Protection Through Insurance
Since your child needs lifelong medical attention, ensure you have:
– A proper health insurance covering your family.
– A personal accident policy for yourself.
– A life insurance term plan with adequate sum assured to protect your child’s future.
Avoid ULIPs or investment-cum-insurance policies.
They give poor returns and low coverage.
If you already have such policies, you may consider surrendering and reinvesting in mutual funds through a CFP.
» Planning for Child’s Future
For your child with CP, future care planning is the core goal.
You should have a separate dedicated corpus plan.
You can build this through a combination of long-term SIPs in balanced or hybrid funds.
Also explore creating a private trust later to manage his financial security after you.
Your Certified Financial Planner can assist in such specialised planning.
» PPF and NPS Review
Your PPF of Rs 10 lakh is a strong safe base.
Continue it every year.
It ensures stability and long-term tax-free returns.
Your NPS of Rs 20 lakh is good for retirement planning.
Continue contributing as per comfort.
But remember, NPS has limited liquidity before age 60.
Hence, do not depend on it for emergencies.
» Liquidity and Safety First
Because you have no savings and high responsibilities, liquidity is priority.
Do not lock all your funds in long-term investments.
Ensure easy access to some portion of money.
Keep a mix of debt funds and bank deposits for that.
» Managing Emotions in Market Volatility
Equity funds fluctuate often.
Do not panic when markets fall.
SIP works best when you stay consistent.
Keep reviewing every year with a Certified Financial Planner.
He will help rebalance the portfolio based on performance and goals.
» Future Action Plan
– Step 1: Build an emergency fund equal to 6 months of expenses.
– Step 2: Reduce risky SIPs temporarily and simplify portfolio.
– Step 3: Continue health and life insurance protection.
– Step 4: Plan for debt reduction systematically.
– Step 5: Review and increase SIPs after stabilising cash flow.
– Step 6: Create a child care corpus and later a trust if needed.
– Step 7: Review portfolio yearly with your CFP.
» Finally
You have shown extraordinary courage and consistency.
Your heart is in the right place, and your discipline will pay off.
By focusing first on safety and liquidity, and then growth, you can rebuild financial strength.
Small steps now will create a secure foundation for your child’s future.
Stay patient, stay consistent, and review your plan once every year.
Your commitment today will shape a peaceful tomorrow for your family.
Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment
Asked on - Nov 12, 2025 | Answered on Nov 12, 2025
Thank you sir for your prompt response.
Ans: You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Best wishes on your financial journey!
Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment
Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment
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