[sct202]

There are a lot of group sports (like run clubs or pickle ball) and art classes that are open sign ups where you don't need to know anyone to join, and you can just casually meet people. They might not become friends outside of the activity, but it's an easy entry point to feeling like you're part of your community. There used to be a lot of board game meet ups like this too, but the pandemic kind of killed the scene.

[lain98]

I feel that is an answer for americans. There is no sports or arts classes where I live. Most people work and go home to watch TV. A lot of places in the world don't have such option with activities or outdoors.

[HPsquared]

This is the other big reason people move to bustling cities: the social dimension. It's not just about jobs.

[krisoft]

Where do you live? Not asking for exact address of course, but just the general area or closest city.

[lain98]

Gurgaon, India

[krisoft]

I see this board game meetup tomorrow: https://www.meetup.com/unlocked/events/292254046/

A pizza cooking class on Thursday: https://www.rupaliscookery.com/courses/cooking/global-cookin...

And on Friday there is a salsa beginners class: https://www.paulthedanceclubindia.com/schedule-classes

(Now I'm a bit confused on the difference between Gurugram, and Gurgaon, so I'm hoping I did not mix the locations. If I did I'm terribly sorry. Also, understandably I haven't tried these, so I can't say if they are any good. But there is really only one way to figure that out :) )

[midoridensha]

I just want to second the recommendation for the board game meetup. Those can be a lot of fun, and a good way get out of the house and socialize. It's also good to bring your own favorite game in case the selection there isn't to your liking; you might find others who love your game but never tried it.

[kylehotchkiss]

Same city. India is trying to replace British era city names. Bombay/Mumbai. Bangalore/Bengaluru. Hard to get people to stop using an old name they like though!

[kylehotchkiss]

You have a pretty good variety of coworking spaces nearby at many different price points. Some pretty upscale ones in horizon center! Plenty of decent ones down golf course road. Why not join?