A woman from North India, who worked in Bengaluru for one and a half years, shared her distressing experiences in India’s Silicon Valley, leading her to quit her job and move to Gurugram. Using the handle ‘Shaani Nani’ on X, she detailed several instances of harassment and difficulties she faced in Bengaluru, igniting a heated debate among netizens.
The woman’s grievances included harassment by auto drivers who questioned her presence in Bengaluru, demanded extra money, and pretended not to understand Hindi or English. She also recounted an incident with a Bangalore Electric Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) employee who hung up on her for not speaking Kannada.
Feeling overwhelmed by negativity and finding the constant rain depressing, she struggled with commuting due to traffic and waterlogging. These experiences ultimately led her to resign and relocate to Gurugram, where she felt a “drastic change of energy.”
Her post has garnered 3.1 million views and mixed reactions. Some users sympathized, sharing similar experiences, while others were offended by her comments. One user suggested she learn Kannada, while another pointed out that non-Hindi speakers face similar issues in North India. A commenter emphasized the importance of feeling safe and valued in one’s home culture.
Despite the varied responses, the incident highlights ongoing cultural and linguistic challenges faced by migrants in different parts of India.