Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath shares health update following stroke: ‘Fourteen months after…’

Nithin Kamath, who suffered a mild stroke in February 2024, recently shared an update about his recovery. “So, yeah, fourteen months after the stroke, my body is almost back to normal, and my mind is at about 85 per cent. My writing hasn’t improved at all. Maybe because I don’t practice enough. My speech is, well… about 85 per cent,” Kamath wrote on X, alongside a picture of himself working out.
Soon, the comments section got flooded with morale-boosting posts from his followers. “Nice comeback”, one wrote, while another expressed, “Pure gold! Got back to exercising after this pic, which I left for 2yrs….If Kamath can do it…after running an empire & a stroke…what excuse I have?”

Recall that in 2024, the Zerodha co-founder and CEO shared that he had a mild stroke. “Dad passing away, poor sleep, exhaustion, dehydration, and overworking out —any of these could be possible reasons.”
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He also mentioned noticing a droop in his face and experiencing issues with reading and writing, adding that he anticipates “a full recovery within three to six months.”
What exactly is a stroke, and what causes it?
A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked or reduced, and brain cells tend to lose oxygen and die. This can happen because of a clot (ischemic stroke) or a burst blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke).
According to Dr Pankaj Agarwal, head of the department of neurology, Gleneagles Hospital Parel Mumbai, the common causes of a stroke are high blood pressure, family hory, diabetes, smoking, and heart disease.
Here’s what recovery may look like after a stroke (Photo: Freepik)
“The recovery after a stroke varies from one individual to another. When talking about recovery after 12-14 months, physically, some regain movement, while others may still struggle with weakness or coordination and will be dependent on family members,” said Dr Agarwal.Story continues below this ad
Some patients’ memory, speech, and emotional health can improve. However, fatigue and depression are also seen in a few patients, and they tend to be manageable as time passes, noted Dr. Agarwal.

So, yeah, fourteen months after the stroke, my body is almost back to normal , and my mind is at about 85%.
My writing hasn’t improved at all. Maybe because I don’t practice enough. My speech is, well… about 85%. pic.twitter.com/UX49KCMaum
— Nithin Kamath (@Nithin0dha) March 30, 2025
To aid recovery after a stroke, Dr Agarwal said patients are required to opt for physical therapy, speech exercises, a balanced diet, and mental stimulation to help regain lost functions.
“Regular check-ups, medications, and an active lifestyle consing of diet and exercise as per the expert’s advice will help reduce the risk of another stroke. Patience is important in stroke as healing takes time, and small progress matters. Support from family and theraps can help one to improve the quality of life after a stroke,” said Dr Agarwal.
DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.