A woman's social media post highlights the exorbitant rental prices in Bengaluru, where she was quoted a monthly rent of 80,000 rupees due to the apartment receiving plenty of natural sunlight.
In Bengaluru, the rising rent prices have once again come to the forefront of public discussion, initiated by a social media post from a woman named Anu. She claimed that a landlord quoted her a rent of 80,000 rupees per month for an apartment just because it received good sunlight. Anu expressed her disbelief at the reasoning, emphasizing that the presence of natural light should not be a justification for such a steep rent.
The post quickly ignited a debate on social media, with many users questioning whether natural light could now be classified as a 'premium amenity'. Some commenters suggested that paying 80,000 rupees in rent would be better spent on an EMI for a home of their own, while others noted that these prices seemed reminiscent of those in Mumbai. The discussions reflect a growing frustration among renters who feel that basic amenities are being redefined as luxuries in the competitive rental market.
Anu's post also highlights a broader issue regarding the commodification of housing in Bengaluru, where what used to be considered basic necessities are now presented as upscale features. The response from users points to a collective frustration with the normalization of high rents, shedding light on the challenges faced by those seeking affordable housing in a rapidly growing urban environment.
