Bengaluru professional says ‘₹12 LPA salary feels like ₹4 LPA’ in city; ‘if your salary is less than ₹1 lakh, you shouldn’t come’

The insights shared by Shivank Goel regarding life in Bengaluru have stirred considerable conversation on social media about salaries and living costs. He warned that those making below ₹1 lakh should think twice before moving due to the city's steep expenses. Goel noted that the commercialization leads to high costs for leisure and housing while commuting adds further financial stress.