Bengaluru is often called the Silicon Valley of India and the city never fails to surprise us with its unique stories. A fintech entrepreneur lately shared an experience on X platform that truly captures essence. IIM Ahmedabad graduate and founder of a fintech startup Vetri Venthan described in the viral post that his landlord became more than just someone who collects rent and became a tech advisor.
This is not something you would expect anywhere else. Vetri’s landlord is a Solutions Architect at Intel and he took a keen interest in his startup. It is a perfect example of Bengaluru cultivating networking and mentorship in the most unexpected ways.
Vetri called it his “peak Bengaluru” moment and it is hard to argue with that. Where else could your landlord also be a tech mentor? One commenter joked on his post that the landlord should waive the security deposit in exchange for equity in the startup.
The city is not just about big tech parks and startups, but it is also about the culture of sharing knowledge as well as helping each other grow. It is a place where boundaries blur and everyone is a potential mentor, collaborator or advisor.
It is a reminder of why the city continues to be India’s startup capital. Whether it is landlords-turned-advisors or strangers-turned-partners, Bengaluru shows us that innovation thrives where people are willing to connect and support each other.
The heartwarming story of Vetri and his landlord is more than just a viral post. It is a testament to what makes Bengaluru special, a city where opportunities are everywhere and they live just upstairs sometimes.
