New Delhi, Feb. 9 -- A social media post claiming that a neighbourhood dry cleaner earns more than Rs.2 lakh a month has gone viral, surprising users and fuelling a wider discussion on income levels and career choices. The post was shared on X by content creator Nalini Unagar, who recounted a conversation with the owner of a dry cleaning shop located near her residence.

In her post, Unagar said the business is jointly managed by the shop owner and his wife, with two helpers employed on salary. She shared her astonishment at the income figures revealed during the discussion.

"Yesterday, I was talking with the dry cleaning shop owner near my house, where I regularly go. He and his wife both work together, and they have two helpers on sala...