Reddit post on quitting Bengaluru after 3 months over high living costs goes viral, sparks debate on city life

The soaring cost of living in major Indian cities has become a hot topic online, with a Reddit post recently going viral. One user shared their decision to leave Bengaluru just three months after moving there, resonating with many who are facing similar struggles. The post sheds light on the growing challenge working professionals face in managing everyday expenses and commuting in the city.

According to Reddit user @shank_Tip, life in Bengaluru turned out to be much costlier than anticipated. In their post titled “Leaving Bengaluru”, they shared that their salary barely covered basic expenses such as rent, food, and transport. They also pointed out the city’s limited transport options and long commuting hours as reasons behind their decision to relocate.

Reddit post

“I am leaving Bengaluru after 3 months. Very, very expensive – I hardly have any money left after paying rent, food, and transport every month. Shifting to Kolkata or Hyderabad– getting a higher salary for a similar job, with very, very low monthly rent and good public transport. Here, no Rapido bike, no metro, damn. Daily travel is 4 hours for work. Thank you– only the weather is amazing,” the user wrote.

The post received a wave of responses from users who could relate to the situation. Many applauded the decision and shared similar concerns about Bengaluru’s high cost of living.

“Good decision, buddy. I wish you luck… It’s high time Bengaluru realises that living here is harder than working here. I support you,” commented one user.

Another echoed the sentiment, saying, “Good luck. I want more folks to realise this and leave Bengaluru. The city can’t handle this many people.”

One user questioned the widely accepted discomfort of city life, stating,

“I never understood this stance… ‘I have to suffer because everyone else is suffering’ – what kind of an argument is this?”

While @shank_Tip mentioned plans to move to Kolkata or Hyderabad, some users debated the cost-effectiveness of those cities. One user noted, “Hyderabad is more expensive as compared to Bengaluru.” Despite differing opinions, others appreciated the decision and offered support.

“Good luck to you, man. Living here, especially alone, is so difficult and expensive,” one user wrote.

The post continues to spark conversation online, underscoring the broader concerns around urban living costs and quality of life in India’s tech hubs.

Disclaimer: This article is based on a user-generated post on Reddit. ET.com has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not vouch for their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of ET.com. Reader discretion is advised.

[With TOI inputs]