 "With 355.4 cognisable offences per lakh, Mumbai has secured the fourth rank on the list. The financial capital of the country has dense policing and urban safety infrastructure, making it one of the safest cities in the country. Mumbai has been ranking among the top 10 safest cities on the list since 2018. Reuters")
From having the best vada pav to the highest rents in India, Mumbai has it all. Whether it is the nightlife, quality of food or heaviest traffic, the city of dreams figures it out in the happiest way. And if the survey is to be believed, then yes Mumbai is the happiest city in the country and the whole of Asia according to Time Out’s City Life Index 2025.
Mumbai tops the happiness chart
Around 94 per cent of the residents say Mumbai is the city which makes them happy. It seems that the city’s opportunities, cultural vibrancy, and weather continue to inspire the citizens of all age groups.
Happiness can be a personal pleasure and may be subjective, still stats specify the pattern and can reveal the insights.
89 per cent of people feel happier in Mumbai than any other city. 88 per cent say the city seems positive and safe. Many believe that their happiness has increased significantly after settling in Mumbai.
What makes Mumbai so loving?
According to the reports, Mumbai’s top ranking in Asia is because of the vibrant entertainment scenes, bustling social life, employment opportunities, and having the tastiest street food.
Are these things enough for a country to top the happiness index?
According to Mumbaikars, their city makes them feel positive. This is enough for residents to reside in any city. The people should feel safe.
Top 10 happiest Asian cities, 2025
Mumbai, India
Beijing, China
Shanghai, China
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Hanoi, Vietnam
Jakarta, Indonesia
Hong Kong
Bangkok, Thailand
Singapore
Seoul, South Korea
China follow closely
Beijing and Shanghai fall just below Mumbai with about 93 and 92 per cent respectively. While China’s residents have always reported happiness as the country scores high on safety, pop-culture, cost and Gen-Z’s dynamics.
Why is there uneven growth in global hubs?
Countries like Seoul, Tokyo, Singapore rank lower. Longer working hours and fast-paced lifestyle takes a stop highlighting their global competitiveness and balance of urban stress. Mumbi also stands at number five worldwide beating Shanghai and Melbourne.
What is the key to a happy country?
Engagement of different sects of people free from communal differences, daily experiences, belongingness which is not just big buildings and good infrastructure, it is the satisfaction among people.