Bengaluru's Hospitality Not as Good as Delhi's Due to GenZ? Man's Post Has Many Agreeing

‘Atithi Devo Bhava’ is an age-old saying in Indian culture where visitors are honored and regarded as akin to deities when they come to someone’s home. Extending warm hospitality has been ingrained in us since childhood. However, a resident of Bengaluru recently expressed his concerns on the social media platform ‘X,’ noting how he had noticed a lack of hospitality and manners among the Gen Z population in the city, despite these values being deeply rooted in our culture. His post, drawn from personal experiences, struck a chord with many fellow Indians on social media.

The story began with Anshuman Sharma, a user on ‘X,’ recounting instances where he wasn’t offered even a simple snack or beverage when he visited people in Bengaluru. He wrote, “In Bengaluru, it baffled me how most people never offered refreshments, be it a simple beverage or a snack. This felt particularly unusual, given my roots in Ahmedabad, a city where the warmth of hospitality runs deep in our blood. My parents, for instance, would never let a guest leave without ensuring they’ve had something.” He then compared this with his experiences in Delhi, where people wouldn’t let him leave without sharing a meal.

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This led him to reflect, “One might be quick to attribute this to regional differences, suggesting it’s perhaps a North vs. South Indian cultural nuance. But that’s not the case.” He then realised that many of the people he met in Bengaluru were, in fact, migrants from North India in search of better opportunities.

“This led me to ponder: Could it be that millennials and Gen Z, particularly those distanced from their families, are too busy focusing just on their growth that they are inadvertently overlooking certain cultural etiquettes?” he asked.

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People soon began commenting on his post as one user stated, “Noticed this too. More than cities, it’s a lifestyle thing. In fast moving cities, human Interactions have decreased a lot, People don’t practice these too often to remember it suddenly. Also the times are changing and genz don’t see someone same way as we used to see when had guest.”

Another user added, “I think this is more likely with people who live alone, go out for most meals, and have friends who share the same lifestyles. When you live with family, it’s easier to pass down the traditions you’re talking about since your grandparents & parents always did it, and you do it automatically.” A third user concurred, saying, “Millennials and Gen Z, particularly those distanced from their families, are too busy focusing just on their growth that they are inadvertently overlooking certain cultural etiquettes.”

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In the end, most people agreed with Anshuman’s point. He subtly concluded, “I hope “Atithi Devo Bhava” resonates with all of us Indians even after 100 years.”