Bengaluru techie earning ₹3.2 lakh per month asks ‘can I buy this ₹2.2 crore house’

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Despite earning a high monthly salary of ₹3.2 lakh and having ₹70 lakh ready for a down payment, one Bengaluru professional has publicly sought advice, admitting he lacks the confidence to finalise a massive property purchase. The techie shared a deep apprehension about buying a ₹2.2 crore house because he has never before had a major EMI obligation. His candid request for an external perspective has prompted varied responses.

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