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Bengaluru vs Gurgaon? Man who lived in both cities explains why the comparison is ‘completely pointless’
A man said the Bengaluru versus Gurgaon debate was pointless and urged people to live in both cities before deciding.
The Bengaluru versus Gurgaon debate often divides people over everything from weather and traffic to nightlife and work culture. However, one man who has lived in both cities believes choosing a clear winner misses the point. According to him, people should experience life in both places before deciding which city suits them better.
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Man says Bengaluru-Gurgaon debate is ‘pointless’
Taking to Instagram, Manik Verma shared a video reflecting on his experiences of living in Gurgaon and Bengaluru. He argued that both cities offer distinctly different lifestyles, making it difficult to declare one objectively better than the other.
"Brother, this debate between Bangalore versus Gurgaon is completely pointless. I mean, I believe that you should be living in both places at some point in your life. For example, I started my career in Gurgaon, but then I moved to Bangalore. So, the culture Gurgaon has, the party culture is crazy, and that's great. You can party until 3 or 4 AM. But in Bangalore, the party culture is until 12 AM. However, the rest of the culture that you get to see is very amazing, especially as a North Indian, like Onam Sadhya and other festivals that happen. Because right now, it’s the time of Onam Sadhya, and I am missing that feeling of not being in Bangalore. So, I think you should, like, if you have opportunities, figure your life out in both cities, Gurgaon and Bangalore, and then decide for yourself."
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Verma’s comparison focused less on infrastructure or career opportunities and more on the different social and cultural experiences offered by the two cities. While he praised Gurgaon for its late-night party culture, he said Bengaluru exposed him to festivals and traditions that he particularly valued as someone from North India.
He also suggested that rather than relying on popular perceptions surrounding the two cities, people with the opportunity to relocate should experience both and form their own opinions.
The clip was shared with a caption that reads, "What is your pick?"
Watch the clip here:
Internet reacts
The post drew reactions from social media users, with several agreeing that Bengaluru and Gurgaon have their own strengths. One user wrote, "Both cities have their own vibe." Another said, "This comparison actually makes sense." A third commented, "This is so true," while another simply added, "Yes, I agree with you."
HT.com has reached out to the user for his comments, and the copy will be updated once his response is received.
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