A Chennai security guard has gone viral after sharing how his monthly salary grew from Rs 13,000 to Rs 32,000 over five years, with many saying his steady increments outshine typical corporate raises.
Biki Nandi, who works as a security guard, shared a video tracing how his monthly salary has changed from 2021 to 2026. The format is straightforward: short clips of him in uniform across different years, paired with his earnings at each stage. But it’s this simplicity that has resonated widely.
Nandi began his job in 2021 earning Rs 13,000 per month. A year later, his salary rose to Rs 15,000, followed by another increase to Rs 18,000 in 2023. By 2024, his income saw a more noticeable jump, reaching Rs 24,000 a month. The video captures these increments without commentary, letting the numbers speak for themselves.
What stands out is the gradual nature of the growth, no sudden leaps, just consistent progress built over time. “Chennai right now salary 32k,” reads the caption.
The Reel has since gained traction on Instagram, drawing reactions from users who found his journey both realistic and motivating. Many pointed out that such steady increments are not always guaranteed, even in corporate roles. Some users compared his salary growth with their own, noting that his raises felt more tangible than those seen in white-collar jobs.
Others appreciated the honesty of the post, calling it a refreshing break from exaggerated success stories online. For many viewers, the video served as a reminder that progress doesn’t always have to be dramatic to be meaningful, it can also be measured in small, consistent steps forward.