Bengaluru techie's post on Rs 80,000 rent view sparks viral trend

A Bengaluru-based software engineer, Ashish Jha, recently triggered a social media trend by sharing a picture of his apartment view and revealing his monthly rent of Rs 80,000. This post, initially met with surprise, led to a viral trend where people shared pictures of their views and rent details from cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai.

Jha's post on X quickly gained traction, with approximately 10 lakh views since its sharing on June 7. He clarified that he shares a 3-bedroom apartment with two flatmates. This sparked a debate online about the financial wisdom of paying such high rent when "better" options might be available.



Value of Time over Money
In an interview with Moneycontrol, Jha explained his decision, stating, "I respect my time more than money." He emphasized the importance of minimizing his daily commute, which was significant in his previous job in Delhi.

Response to Critics
Addressing concerns about high rent and living conditions, Jha highlighted that not every area in Bengaluru faces water or electricity problems. He also pointed out the presence of a functional metro system in some areas, which justifies the high rents.

Diverse Reactions
The post prompted diverse reactions. One user commented, "I would rather spend that 80K roaming the world every month than sitting in a cocoon of a house with that wonky view." Another user suggested, "Bro if you are able to afford 80k rent and think it’s cheap, come to Hyderabad. Flat in the prime area !! You can flex similar views with less traffic jams and better food!!"





Living with No Regrets
Despite some drawbacks, such as living far from friends, Jha expressed no regrets about his choice. He stated, "All my friends live too far away! And it takes us a lot of time to visit each other, but apart from that, I have no other regrets."