India, Feb. 18 -- A post on X has reignited the debate over soaring rents in Bengaluru after a tenant said she was told by a broker that, "Ma'am, is room me sunlight bhi aati hai - so the rent is Rs.80,000."

The comment drew sharp reactions online. Many users scoffed at the suggestion that natural light alone could justify such a high rent, with one remarking that in Bengaluru, even a balcony could take the price up to Rs.1 lakh a month. Another noted that during the monsoon "the sun barely makes an appearance," joking that tenants should ask for a seasonal rebate.

However, some users defended the premium, arguing that sunlight and cross-ventilation are among the most prized features in a home. While other amenities can be accessed else...