From D-Street Hero to SEBI Ban: The Fall of Sanjiv Bhasin

The Rise of a Market Veteran, Sanjiv Bhasin built a loyal following through years of experience in equities and sharp stock market calls.

CNBC Fame & Fan Following, Known for his confident predictions on CNBC-TV18, he became a favorite among retail investors.

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Winning Stock Picks, He gained trust with successful calls on stocks like IRCTC, SBI, and Delta Corp.

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Allegations Begin to Surface In 2024, reports linked Bhasin to a ₹150 crore investment fraud under ED investigation.

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ED Custody & Interrogation, Bhasin was taken into ED custody, shocking both retail investors and the financial community.

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SEBI bans Sanjiv Bhasin from accessing the securities market for alleged manipulation and misrepresentation.

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After SEBI’s action, users on Twitter called Bhasin a “fraudster” and claimed “He bought shares cheap, promoted them on TV and social media, then sold at high prices.”

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What It Means for Investors, The case has shaken investor trust and sparked debate on transparency in stock market advice.

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Legacy in Question, From star analyst to regulatory target, Sanjiv Bhasin’s legacy now faces serious doubt.

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