Indian woman lists 4 reasons why she prefers San Francisco over Bengaluru
"Everyone’s stoked about the possibilities; if you fail, you just try again! The second is craftsmanship. It’s all about perfecting your craft, and that vibe is contagious" she said in her post on X (formerly Twitter).
The second compelling reason is safety, both in the professional space as well as on the streets.
"It’s a breath of fresh air to work without tiptoeing around a colleague who’s obsessed with you and has zero boundaries. And the freedom to go for a walk or a run without always looking over my shoulder?" she said, adding that living in a safe place not just makes one feel calmer but also more productive.
Mohan also gave her explanation for not pursuing the highly sought-after H-1B visa for highly talented individuals, which is particularly well-liked by indian IT professionals.
"Visa gaming is an awful experience. I was aware that moving here wouldn't need me to sign an H-1B or spend a million on a master's degree. This was considerably simpler when I had the O1 and the freedom that goes with it," she said.
Finally, Mohan drew comparisons between the start-up ecosystems of Bengaluru and San Francisco, asserting that fin-tech and e-commerce dominate the start-up scene in India's IT metropolis.
"Bangalore undoubtedly has some bright brains! However, the tech industry? Fintech, last mile, and e-commerce are frequently discussed; you know, the standard suspects. It's evolving, which is fantastic, but which issues pique my curiosity the most? In SF, they're still being solved," she said.