AR Rahman's concert triggers chaos, as traffic grinds to a standstill in Chennai; inquiry launched into gridlock
AR Rahman's recent concert sent shockwaves through Chennai as it brought East Coast Road (ECR) to a standstill, prompting an urgent inquiry into the mayhem by DGP Shankar Jiwal. Notably, even Chief Minister M K Stalin's convoy was ensnared in the traffic snarl, adding to the urgency of the situation.
As complaints about poor crowd management and traffic control flooded social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, the Tambaram police commissioner's office was tasked with conducting a comprehensive investigation into the event's circumstances. The inquiry will focus on safety measures, traffic arrangements, parking logistics, and medical support, shedding light on the night of chaos that left many concert-goers disappointed.
The concert, headlined by AR Rahman and titled 'Marakkuma Nenjam,' turned out to be a double-edged sword for music enthusiasts in Chennai.
While the anticipation for an unforgettable musical experience ran high, the reality on the ground was far from harmonious.
Tambaram police commissioner's office, charged with conducting the inquiry, will leave no stone unturned. They plan to grill the concert organizers regarding the safety protocols in place, the efficiency of traffic management, adequacy of parking facilities, and the availability of medical aid during the event.
These inquiries will aim to uncover the root causes behind the severe disruption that marred what should have been a night of pure musical bliss.
Reports from those in attendance painted a grim picture of the situation. Ajay U, a dedicated Rahman fan, recounted, «By 7 pm, the venue was packed.
People didn't stop coming in. Many people, who had tickets, were waiting for hours on end and couldn't enter the venue.» The
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