DINK Couples Face Urban Affordability Challenges in Gurugram
A high-income couple in Gurugram has sparked debate about urban affordability after sharing their decision to follow a lifestyle known as double income and no kids (DINK), citing affordability as the main reason.
Reason Behind Their Decision
The couple, with a combined annual income of Rs 36 lakh, claims they cannot afford a decent one-bedroom set in the city, making it impossible for them to care for a baby.
Growing Sentiment Among Young Professionals
- High salaries no longer guarantee housing, savings, or family security.
- Coupled with the increasing cost of living, many young professionals are finding it challenging to afford basic necessities.
Real Estate Market to Blame?
Content creator Harsh Gupta believes that the issue is not an income problem, but rather a "structurally broken real estate market" that fails to provide affordable housing options for young professionals.
Social Media Reaction
- Users on social media are sharing their opinions on the matter, with some expressing support for the couple's decision.
- One user wrote, "Even after reaching the heights of corporate success, I cannot afford to buy in Gurgaon, then exactly who is able to do this?"
- Another user praised the couple for prioritizing their child's future, saying, "Salute them for thinking about the child's future and trying to secure it before birthing them... sadly we see many birthing kids even without giving a single thought about the child's future aspects."
- A third user pointed out that the issue is not just about affordability, but also about population growth, saying, "Ask a person about it. Even in a rented jhuggi, all they do is multiply and call it God's grace. It's not about money or affordability, its about the numbers now."
Comments Section
Users in the comment section of the post are sharing their thoughts on the issue, with some expressing frustration and others offering support for the couple's decision.