Overview
- Rikki Agarwal said he left Mumbai after five years of deliberation, deciding at age 40 that daily living had become the bigger priority.
- He wrote that India offers what he needs to build a business but not to live well, emphasizing that he is not leaving India behind.
- He cited cleaner air, fresher food, uninterrupted sleep, and reliable infrastructure as reasons the move improved everyday life.
- He noted his routine in Bangkok remains "Gym. Office. Home." even as the surrounding conditions feel markedly better.
- His post drew wide responses from professionals voicing concerns over air quality, stress and basic services in Indian metros.