'Mountain living dream different from reality': Gen-Z employee who moved to Manali from Delhi moves back to national capital citing multiple reasons

Delhi-based Gen Z creator Ajay Sharma returned from Manali after 71 days, saying mountain living proved more difficult than expected despite becoming deeply meaningful. He spent Rs 21,000 a month, documented his experience in nearly 55 videos and faced network outages, rain, poor roads, isolation and demanding treks. His experience sparked mixed reactions online about mountain versus city life.