The Economic Times

21-year-olds first Rs 1 lakh salary dilemma in Bangalore: Parents want support, she wants financial freedom

A young software engineer in Bangalore faces a dilemma as she begins her lucrative full-time career. While earning 1-1.15 lakh monthly, she feels pressured by family expectations to fund household expenses and a future home, leaving little for her own financial goals. She seeks advice on balancing family support with personal investments and achieving financial independence, questioning the fairness of her sibling's unequal contribution.