Overview
- The poster wrote that a deep pothole in Varthur damaged his car’s exhaust during a routine commute, with repairs estimated at about ₹5,000.
- He said the incident followed a ₹23,000 service that included replacing the suspension to get the vehicle back in perfect condition.
- The route cited covered Outer Ring Road between HSR and Marathahalli, Brookfield, and Varthur, corridors frequently flagged by commuters for poor maintenance.
- The post drew wide responses from Bengaluru residents who reported similar costs and suggested SUVs fare better on local roads than sedans.
- News18 and Hindustan Times reported on the viral post as an example of ongoing frustration with potholes, with HT carrying a disclaimer that the claims are user-generated and unverified.