Indian woman shares high cost of living in Canada; says ‘dhaniya for Rs 90’, netizen replies 'it's free here’

A video posted by an Indian woman living in Canada has gone viral after she highlighted the stark contrast in grocery prices between the two countries.

In her Instagram reel, she takes viewers through a grocery store, pointing out the surprisingly high costs of everyday ingredients commonly used in Indian households.

“Ever felt broke after buying just bread and milk? Welcome to Canada,” she captioned the video. “Comparing grocery prices in India vs Canada — prepare to be shocked!”

In the video, she is heard saying: “Guys, dhaniya (coriander) costs Rs 90 here in Canada. Come with me to shop for groceries. A cauliflower that costs Rs 20–25 in India is Rs 237 here. One piece of ginger is Rs 177, a single carrot is Rs 66, a mango is Rs 106, an apple is Rs 78, and a potato is also Rs 78. It's so expensive, you can’t afford to eat anything! A pound of garlic is Rs 395, 4 litres of milk is Rs 396, a small cup of curd is Rs 200, and a packet of bread costs Rs 230.”

The video quickly went viral, sparking a wave of reactions.

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One user joked, “In India, dhaniya is often the free bonus you get with your vegetables — sometimes vendors insist on giving it even if you say no!”

“You earn in dollars. One Canadian dollar is Rs 60, so it balances out,” one user commented.

Another wrote, “Yes, prices are higher, but the quality of food is much better here than in India.”

Some users pointed out the broader economic difference.

“Salaries are nearly 15 times higher in Canada. That’s why people still choose to stay,” one person said.