India, July 14 -- A Bengaluru tenant has sparked an online discussion after alleging that his landlord demanded a steep rent increase during the lease renewal. Living in Mahadevapura and paying Rs.40,000 a month for a 2BHK, the tenant claimed the landlord initially suggested that he might have to vacate the apartment, only to later demand Rs.50,000 in monthly rent despite several rounds of negotiations.

With less than 30 days left before the rental agreement expires, the tenant said on Reddit that he is now scrambling to find a new home near a bus stop, as he has no personal vehicle, and is questioning whether such last-minute rent demands are legal and seeking advice from fellow Bengaluru residents.

"I am living in Mahadevapura area wh...