After spending two years in Bengaluru, a couple, Aswin and Aparna, have chosen to leave the city—even though they cherish its vibrant atmosphere, pleasant weather, and warm people. The reason behind their move, they explained, is the worsening air quality, which they say has taken a toll on their health.
“Bangalore is slowly killing us”: Couple shares why they're leaving the city
Aswin and Aparna, both 27 and employed in corporate roles while also managing their own business, recently opened up about their decision to leave Bengaluru after living there for two years.
In a video that begins with the striking statement, “You might hate us, but Bangalore is slowly killing us,” the couple candidly shared the reasons behind their move away from India’s tech hub.
While they expressed deep appreciation for the city’s pleasant climate, vibrant energy, and friendly community, they said their health had begun to deteriorate over time.
“We kept falling sick,” Aswin shared, explaining that he developed breathing problems and allergies. Aparna added, “I’m someone who rarely catches a cold, but now I’m constantly coughing and sneezing.”
Their experience highlights growing concerns over Bengaluru’s air quality and its impact on residents’ well-being.
The couple made efforts to improve their health by maintaining a nutritious diet and sticking to a regular exercise routine. However, they eventually came to the conclusion that the real culprit behind their persistent health issues was Bengaluru’s deteriorating air quality.
Bengaluru’s Air Quality Concerns
“People often say that Bangalore has clean air and amazing weather—but is that really true?” Aparna questioned in their video. The couple shared that in February, they checked the Air Quality Index (AQI) and were alarmed to find it had reached 297—placing the city in the “very unhealthy” range, just a notch below the “hazardous” category.
“Namma Bengaluru is amazing. Even to start a business, it’s the best place to be but we had to make this choice as soon as possible. Before the city could sink us in, we left Bangalore,” they explained.
“Our job and our friends are here, but we have to put our health first,” they added.
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“Please leave, Bangalore was just fine before people started moving here for work and overcrowding the city,” wrote one user.
Disclaimer: This article is based on a user-generated post on Instagram. ET.com has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not vouch for their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of ET.com . Reader discretion is advised.
“Bangalore is slowly killing us”: Couple shares why they're leaving the city
Aswin and Aparna, both 27 and employed in corporate roles while also managing their own business, recently opened up about their decision to leave Bengaluru after living there for two years.
In a video that begins with the striking statement, “You might hate us, but Bangalore is slowly killing us,” the couple candidly shared the reasons behind their move away from India’s tech hub.
While they expressed deep appreciation for the city’s pleasant climate, vibrant energy, and friendly community, they said their health had begun to deteriorate over time.
“We kept falling sick,” Aswin shared, explaining that he developed breathing problems and allergies. Aparna added, “I’m someone who rarely catches a cold, but now I’m constantly coughing and sneezing.”
Their experience highlights growing concerns over Bengaluru’s air quality and its impact on residents’ well-being.
The couple made efforts to improve their health by maintaining a nutritious diet and sticking to a regular exercise routine. However, they eventually came to the conclusion that the real culprit behind their persistent health issues was Bengaluru’s deteriorating air quality.
Bengaluru’s Air Quality Concerns
“People often say that Bangalore has clean air and amazing weather—but is that really true?” Aparna questioned in their video. The couple shared that in February, they checked the Air Quality Index (AQI) and were alarmed to find it had reached 297—placing the city in the “very unhealthy” range, just a notch below the “hazardous” category.
“Namma Bengaluru is amazing. Even to start a business, it’s the best place to be but we had to make this choice as soon as possible. Before the city could sink us in, we left Bangalore,” they explained.
“Our job and our friends are here, but we have to put our health first,” they added.
Reactions
“Please leave, Bangalore was just fine before people started moving here for work and overcrowding the city,” wrote one user.
Disclaimer: This article is based on a user-generated post on Instagram. ET.com has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not vouch for their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of ET.com . Reader discretion is advised.
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