India, Dec. 25 -- A resident living in Bengaluru has suggested that the city should be declared the national capital of India instead of Delhi, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and a more welcoming environment for visitors.

The video of her views has since gone viral on Instagram, sparking widespread discussion.

"As a Delhi girl, I still got to say this." the caption of the post reads.

Simridhi Makhija, who has recently relocated to Bengaluru, said she had spent over 70 days in the city and had recently visited her parents in Delhi for around 15 days.

"Being in Delhi felt like being in a gas chamber. I don't know why it is still the national capital," she said.

Makhija described Bengaluru as a city where she could breathe easily, e...