‘I need to reconsider moving back’: NRI shocked after calculating what it really costs to live in Bengaluru or Mumbai (opens in new tab)

An expat in New Zealand underestimated living costs in India, believing ₹60,000 would suffice for a family of four. A financial advisor revealed that modern expenses in cities like Bengaluru exceed ₹2.5-3.5 lakh monthly, urging NRIs to reassess their relocation assumptions carefully.