‘Rs 25,000 is enough in Mumbai’: Woman shares how she survives in India’s most expensive city. Watch video

A simple budget breakdown video has once again sparked conversations around the cost of living in Mumbai. The clip, which gained rapid attention on social media, highlights how one content creator manages her monthly expenses while living in the city on a fixed budget.

‘Trying to make 25k work in Mumbai!!’

Content creator Ayushi shared a video on Instagram detailing how she balances her expenses every month. Captioning the post, she wrote, “Trying to make 25k work in Mumbai!!”

In the video, Ayushi explains her monthly spending habits and the methods she follows to stay within her budget.

How Her Monthly Budget Is Divided

“This video is all about how to manage living in Mumbai under ₹25K,” Ayushi says in the clip.

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She revealed that rent and electricity consume the biggest portion of her budget, amounting to nearly ₹14,000 per month. For daily commuting, she spends around ₹2,000 by relying on public transport. Her food expenses are approximately ₹6,000, as she mostly cooks meals at home instead of eating out.

The remaining amount is reserved for miscellaneous costs, including gym memberships and hobbies.

Social Media Users React

The video resonated with many viewers online, with several users appreciating the realistic budgeting approach. One user commented, “I was confused about whether it could be managed, but thank you for this informative video.” Another wrote, “Finally, someone with a realistic view and struggles.”

[With TOI inputs]

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