Upasana Konidela’s Marriage-Career Comment Sparks Debate

Upasana Konidela’s remarks during an interaction with students at IIT Hyderabad have triggered a widespread online debate. She observed that many young women appeared more focused on careers than marriage and described it as a sign of a progressive India. While some critics questioned the narrative of delaying marriage and family life, others defended women’s right to choose their own timelines. Supporters cited Upasana’s own journey, where she prioritised her career for years before embracing motherhood. The discussion has reopened conversations on work-life balance, fertility, and personal choice in modern India.