New Delhi, May 28 -- India has witnessed massive retail participation in its equity markets over the past few years. According to recent data compiled by Anand Rathi Wealth, India's demat accounts have increased from 90 million in FY22 to 225 million in FY26.

While net additions peaked in FY25 and moderated slightly thereafter, the overall trend reflects a structural rise in retail participation driven by financialization and digital access. This rise in retail participation makes it vital for all new and upcoming retail investors, especially those holding these 22 core demat accounts, to understand the basics of stock market investing so they can create wealth and protect their finances from erosion caused by excessive trading and marke...