The Economic Times

Bengaluru feels like first world taxes for third world infra: Techie compares 50L salary vs $100K in US, sparks debate

A Bengaluru tech professional sparked debate by comparing a 50 lakh Indian salary to a $100,000 US salary, arguing the former doesn't equate to a comparable lifestyle. The user claimed high taxes in India fund basic services that residents must pay for separately, unlike in the US. This ignited discussions on cost of living, taxation, and quality of life trade-offs.