Doctor Earning Rs 3.5 Lakh Monthly Seeks Advice On Spending Rs 18,000 On Driver: ‘Should I Hire?’

A 33-year-old doctor earning Rs 3.5 lakh per month has sought internet advice on whether he should spend Rs 18,000 a month (around Rs 2.5 lakh annually) to hire a driver, as heavy traffic and long commutes take a heavy toll on his daily energy.

In a post on social media, the doctor explained that he works at two hospitals located roughly 25 km apart, resulting in a demanding daily drive of about 60 km. Between severe traffic congestion and frustrating parking challenges, he finds himself constantly exhausted before even stepping into the hospital.

While he questioned if he should remain frugal and continue driving himself to save the annual expense, he wondered if outsourcing the commute would relieve his mental burden and let him rest or focus on work.

The internet’s verdict was overwhelmingly in favor of hiring a driver. Netizens pointed out that quality of life and safety are priceless, especially for a medical professional dealing with sleep deprivation and heavy workloads. Many strongly urged him to make the investment, citing safety concerns and the immense mental relief of avoiding peak-hour traffic stress.