The Economic Times

Rs 85K needed at least for survival: IIT scholars viral post sparks debate on how middle-class families survive in Delhi-NCR

An IIT PhD scholar's social media post highlighted the steep cost of living in Delhi-NCR, estimating a minimal monthly expense of Rs 85,000-95,000 for a two-person household. This sparked widespread discussion, with many users sharing their struggles and contrasting views on survival budgets in the region.