POV: 10 yrs in Hyd, 3 yrs in GGN
HYD: I started my career and found the love of my life in Hyd. Subtle region politics happens at the workplace, but then as you stay longer you become an insider. As a female I found Hyd safe, clean, friendly, easy to navigate ways of life. Way more job opportunities and saw rapid development in the city itself. Made some friends for a lifetime and connected till date. People judge less, no need to fake, just be chill and your authentic self. Never faced language barriers, maybe since I adapted and learnt Telugu, Hyd Hindi works everywhere.
GGN: Moved here and saw a truly toxic crowd. Every other person I meet has a motive to connect, fake & shallow equations. Never been particular about dressing up fancy, but the crowd here pressures you to come clacking in heels and makeup. If you don't flash brands and don't carry an iPhone( usually on EMI), people look down on you. The mere pretentiousness of the entire place is ridiculous, weather is a torture ( suffering every winter). Small pockets in the city look good( cyberhub) but then the overall city is aging and dirty. Just moved since my husband's family is close( yeah made a mistake). I am trying my best to find ways to move out though, cannot bear this env, will any how die earlier than expected thanks to the amazing AQI.