Bengaluru's MNC techie with 6-figure salary turns weekend Rapido rider, sparks viral debate on the city's cost of living

A software developer from Bengaluru has gone viral after reportedly sharing that he works as a Rapido rider on weekends, despite holding a well-paying job at a multinational company.

A Surprising Ride Experience

The incident came to light when an X user, Shabaz, recounted his interaction with the rider during a trip to Bannerghatta.

“Today, while traveling to Bannerghatta, I booked a Rapido. The rider, a 35-year-old, started speaking in Kannada, realized mine wasn’t great, and switched to English. He asked what I do, and I told him I’m a software engineer,” Shabaz wrote.

Not Just a Gig Worker

As the conversation unfolded, the rider revealed that driving for Rapido was not his primary job.

“He told me he’s also a software developer at an MNC, earning a six figure salary. But on weekends, he drives Rapido because he’s married, has a young child, and wants the extra income to support his family,” the techie said.

A Reflection on Urban Expenses

The revelation prompted Shabaz to reflect on the financial realities of living in metro cities.

“It genuinely made me think. If someone with a good tech job and a six-figure salary still feels the need for a weekend side hustle, how expensive has life become in Bangalore and other Tier-1 cities?”

Internet Reacts

The post quickly gained traction, with many users sharing their perspectives on financial pressures and responsibilities.

“Some time what you earn is kept safe for bigger dreams and live with what you earn by additional ways of work,” commented one user.

Another added, “You'll be surprised how stressful it is when you're the sole breadwinner in your household. Plus, a six figure salary with EMIs, kids education, and supporting parents, leaves you with practically no savings.”

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