A Google engineer's LinkedIn post comparing a Rs 45 lakh salary in Bengaluru to a £108,000 salary in London has sparked debate. The engineer argues that the Bengaluru salary offers a more luxurious lifestyle due to lower costs for housing, domestic help, and services, allowing for outsourced chores. In contrast, the London salary, despite being significantly higher in rupee terms, requires personal management of most daily tasks and leaves less disposable income after high rent and taxes, though it offers global exposure and cleaner air.