Investing an initial corpus of about Rs 10 lakh with compounding can allow the value to grow faster over time, potentially reaching a much larger target such as Rs 1 crore. The basic mechanism described is that the investment generates returns, and those returns are reinvested so future gains come not only from the original amount but also from accumulated growth.

The NDTV material focuses on the phase after the first Rs 10 lakh, describing how once the portfolio begins producing returns of its own, reinvesting those earnings can accelerate overall growth. While the specific calculations, time horizon, and expected return rates are not detailed in the provided excerpts, the underlying angle is consistent: compounding tends to magnify gains when returns are systematically rolled back into the investment.

Across the provided sources, the emphasis remains on the same concept—reinforcing growth through reinvestment—rather than on policy, market events, or case-specific reporting.