Mumbai Woman Claims to Live on ₹18,000 Monthly, Rent Stuns Internet
Mumbai woman says she lives on ₹18,000 a month, internet stunned by ₹11.5K rent: ‘Possible hi nahi hai’
Hindustan Times
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A woman named Shreya Gan from Mumbai has claimed she manages to live on less than ₹18,000 monthly, including a rent of ₹11,500 for a small apartment. This assertion has sparked skepticism online, with many questioning the feasibility of such low living costs in a city known for its high expenses.
- 01Shreya Gan claims her total monthly expenses are between ₹17,500 and ₹18,000.
- 02Her rent for a 1RK apartment is ₹11,500, which many find hard to believe.
- 03Common monthly expenses include groceries, travel, and utilities.
- 04Social media users expressed disbelief about the claimed rent.
- 05Mumbai is known for its high living costs, making her budget seem unrealistic.
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Shreya Gan, a resident of Mumbai, has garnered attention on social media by claiming she survives on a monthly budget of ₹18,000 while living alone. Her expenses include a rent of ₹11,500 for a 1RK apartment, along with costs for electricity, mobile recharge, and groceries. In her Instagram video, she breaks down her monthly expenses, stating she spends approximately ₹300-400 on electricity, ₹300 on mobile, ₹500 on travel, and ₹1,500-1,800 on groceries. Despite her detailed breakdown, many viewers reacted with skepticism, questioning how she could afford such low rent in a city where living costs are notoriously high. Comments on her post reflect disbelief, with users asking where in Mumbai such affordable housing can be found, highlighting the general consensus that her budget seems implausible given the city's reputation for high rental prices.
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This discussion highlights the challenges of affordable living in Mumbai, where many residents struggle with high rental costs.
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