Overview
- A self-described Delhi resident’s detailed r/delhi post, shared after a months-long work stay in Mumbai, went viral on January 6 for calling Mumbai far less livable than Delhi NCR.
- He cited housing costs as the biggest shock, claiming quotes of about Rs 25,000 for a single room and noting suburban 1BHKs crossing Rs 40,000 versus lower rents for larger spaces in Delhi NCR.
- His account criticized daily conditions in areas including Juhu, describing traffic jams, overcrowding, encroached footpaths, poor drainage and monsoon flooding affecting slums, middle-class neighborhoods and premium societies.
- He alleged higher healthcare and everyday costs in Mumbai, citing consultation fees of Rs 1,500–5,000 versus Rs 500–1,000 in Delhi, and described dining as pricier with smaller portions, while also questioning air-quality and cleanliness near hubs like BKC.
- Responses reported by outlets ranged from agreement to defenses of Mumbai, with some commenters pointing to perceived advantages such as safety and opportunity, and no independent verification or official response has been reported.