Gurgaon woman spends over half her salary on rent to live 4 minutes from work: ‘I am putting my 20s money on myself’

Shakti Dharni Pandey, a resident of Gurgaon, allocates over half of her income towards rent. Her choice to live near her workplace minimizes lengthy commutes, allowing her to efficiently manage daily tasks and enjoy meals at home during breaks. Although financially challenging, Shakti sees this decision as a beneficial investment in her time and mental health, enabling her to work towards her personal ambitions.