Archive · 23 Jul 2025
NRI Highlights Rising Costs, Apathy in India; Sparks Discussion
An Indian who lives abroad visited India and was surprised by how expensive it has become.
They noticed that things cost much more than before, even in small towns.
Other people online agreed, saying that prices have gone up a lot in recent years.
Some think the IT industry and outsourcing might be a reason for the higher costs.
A journalist also pointed out that salaries haven't kept up with the rising prices, making it hard for some people to afford things like housing and even basic items.
An NRI's Reddit post criticized rising costs and public apathy in India.
The user found costs in a small town to be three times higher than the previous year.
Commenters noted significant increases in the cost of living over the past 5-6 years.
Some users attribute rising costs to the IT sector and outsourcing trends.
A journalist highlighted pay disparities and the difficulty in affording basic necessities.
- Who
- An NRI (Non-Resident Indian) and other commenters on Reddit.
- What
- A Reddit post and subsequent discussion about the increasing cost of living and public apathy in India.
- When
- Recent visit, with observations compared to the previous year.
- Where
- India, specifically a small town and Mumbai.
- Why
- To share experiences and discuss the impact of rising costs on daily life.
Concerned Citizens
N/A
Cost of Living
Concerned Citizens
Expressing concerns about the increased cost of living and stagnant wages.
N/A
N/A
Public Perception
Concerned Citizens
Highlighting public apathy and negligence.
N/A
N/A
- Initiating User
- NRI on vacation
- Platform
- Observed Increase in Small Town Cost
- 3x
- Comparison City
- Mumbai
- Birthday Cake Price (Mumbai)
- ₹1,000 or more