'Outsider' debate: What makes someone belong in Bengaluru
Bengaluru is buzzing after business leaders Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and TV Mohandas Pai were called "outsiders" on social media, based on their ethnic backgrounds.
Both Shaw and Pai pushed back—Pai called the labels "hate-filled bigoted narratives," while Shaw reminded everyone of her deep ties to the city.
The debate has sparked conversations about what really makes someone belong in Bengaluru.
Voices of support
Many in the community, including voices like Deepak Shenoy, are rejecting these divisive labels and pointing out how much Shaw and Pai have invested in Bengaluru's growth.
The companies they have led, Biocon and Infosys, have created thousands of jobs here.
The controversy highlights why cities thrive when they value people's contributions over where they come from—and why inclusivity is key for Bengaluru's future.