Bengaluru Landlord's Rs 5 Lakh Deposit Demand for Rental Flat Sparks Outrage

A tenant's social media post about a steep deposit requirement for a Bengaluru apartment highlights the city's rental market challenges.

Harnidh Kaur shared her frustration online after being asked for a Rs 5 lakh deposit on a Rs 40,000 per month rental flat.
The demand, equating to 12 times the monthly rent, has been criticized as excessive even by Bengaluru's high real estate standards.
Social media users have labeled the deposit as 'insane' and 'outrageous,' sparking discussions about rental practices in the city.
Bengaluru's rental market often requires deposits of five to ten months' rent, contrasting with other cities like Delhi.
The incident has reignited debates over housing affordability and the ethics of rental deposit demands in metropolitan areas.