The Economic Times

Bengaluru founder says 'greed has no limit' as landlady demands 50% rent hike, then asks him to vacate

A Bengaluru entrepreneur has shared his experience of a steep rent hike and subsequent eviction. He alleged that his landlady demanded a 50% increase in rent this year. After he requested a formal rental agreement, she allegedly gave him a 30-day notice to vacate the property. The incident has reignited debate over rising rents and the challenges faced by tenants in Bengaluru's competitive housing market.