India, March 29 -- A recent online discussion was sparked when a Bengaluru-based tech professional lamented that his high salary was still not enough to meet the city's rising cost of living. While some argued that better financial planning could help manage expenses, others pointed out that government-driven price hikes had significantly strained household budgets. From transportation and fuel to milk and toll charges, multiple essential services have seen a surge in costs over the past year. HT.com takes a closer look at the financial burden Bengaluru residents are facing.

One of the most significant increases in expenses has been in Namma Metro fares. In February this year, the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (BMRCL) revised its ...