India, July 19 -- The online rivalry between India's leading tech hubs, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, flared up once again after torrential rains flooded several parts of Hyderabad over the weekend. Viral videos showing submerged roads and even waterlogged flyovers in Hyderabad sparked a new round of civic comparisons on social media, with many Bengaluru users questioning why their city alone faces constant criticism during such events.

Several netizens took to X to express their frustration, arguing that Bengaluru is often disproportionately targeted for its civic shortcomings, while other cities like Hyderabad escape the same level of scrutiny.

"Bengaluru is terrible, let's go to Hyderabad," a city-based doctor posted sarcastically while s...