Honey Singh’s concert draws fans amid better crowd management
Rapper Honey Singh’s concert drew a large number of music lovers to the Sector 25 Rally Ground today amid better crowd management ensuring a smoother experience for attendees. The previous mega concerts of AP Dhillon and Diljit Dosanjh had been marred by issues such as crowd mismanagement and poor traffic regulation.
Honey Singh made a grand entry with Chaska song. While he crooned all his latest numbers, including songs from the Millionaire album, he didn’t forget to sing “Bhagat Singh”, commemorating Shahidi Diwas of freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev.
Increased police presence and designated parking spots helped streamline the entry and exit of visitors at the venue.
Learning from the past experience, the traffic police worked tirelessly to keep traffic flowing. Many fans, eager to get the best spots, started arriving as early as 4:30 pm, which helped avoid the last-minute rush. Many visitors opted to carpool, book cabs or walk short distances, which further eased traffic situation around the venue. However, the public transport struggled to meet the demand, as auto-rickshaws and cabs charged exorbitant fares.
Commuters faced some inconvenience due to diversions and slow-moving traffic.
Power-packed sound system
True to Honey Singh’s signature style, the concert was a power-packed affair, featuring bass-heavy beats and chartbusters that kept the crowd on their feet. While fans loved the lively atmosphere, some citizens expressed concerns over the loud music.
As thousands enjoyed snacks and beverages, the area around the venue was littered with discarded food wrappers, plastic bottles and empty cups.
Many attendees, who arrived hours before the concert, had to use the nearby public restrooms, which were meant for Sector 25 slum dwellers, leading to sanitation issues.
Poor street lighting near the venue inconvenienced visitors.
