Diljit Dosanjh’s Dil-Luminati concert in Delhi on October 27 was marred by mismanagement issues, leading to a deeply disappointing experience for many fans.
One attendee, Siddharth, expressed his frustrations: “The horrid experience at Diljit’s concert was all because of the organisers and management. Pathetic arrangements. Gold Pit is not your money’s worth.”
The horrid experience at Diljit’s concert all because of organizers and management
Pathetic arrangements. Gold Pit is not your money’s worth. https://t.co/lV3fhkVV0a
— Saumya (@Saumya05S) October 27, 2024
While Diljit’s performance dazzled, the organizational blunders overshadowed the event, leaving fans feeling cheated despite paying a premium for their tickets. Many attendees called for accountability from the organizers, Sarega Ma Global, and voiced their desire for refunds, given the poor experience.
While Diljit Dosanjh’s performance was praised and described as “amazing” by fans who attended, the overall experience at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium raised serious concerns about the planning and managing large-scale events.
Diljit Was Amazing, But His Concert Was Not🚨
Here’s Why
Thread 🧵 pic.twitter.com/iism4IErKT
— Siddharth (@SidKeVichaar) October 27, 2024
One fan, Siddharth, who spent ₹15,000 on Gold Pit tickets, shared his grievances in a now-viral thread on X, detailing several key issues that overshadowed the concert:
- Endless Waiting: Attendees were left waiting endlessly as the gates didn’t open until 5:30 PM, with the concert starting three hours later at 8 PM. Instead of an engaging opening act, fans were subjected to an endless loop of Zomato and Kingfisher ads, prompting Siddharth to question, “Why even make us wait for hours if nothing’s happening?”
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- Disastrous Washroom Conditions: The conditions of the women’s washrooms were appalling, with no lighting, unhygienic conditions, and terrible odours. After spending a significant amount on tickets, this lack of basic amenities was not what fans expected.
- Safety Concerns: A serious safety lapse occurred when a girl nearby fainted, and no staff members came to assist her. Siddharth recounted that she was eventually taken to first aid and then to a hospital, emphasising the lack of organisation and concern for attendee safety.
- Food and Beverage Chaos: The food and beverage situation was chaotic with only two counters serving a massive crowd. Attendees had to navigate multiple lines just to get a drink, leading to immense frustration among fans who were already waiting for hours.
- Beverage Cut-Off: Tensions escalated when a fight broke out between the crowd and management, resulting in the beverage counters shutting down. As a result, fans found themselves without drinks or even water after 9 PM, further diminishing their concert experience.
- Lost Money on Preloaded Cards: Many fans who added extra money to their cards for food and drinks felt cheated, as there was no way to get refunds after the event. To make matters worse, only cash was accepted post-concert, rendering their preloaded balances useless.
- Poor Visibility in the Gold Pit: Despite paying top dollar for Gold Pit tickets, many fans found their views obstructed. Siddharth lamented that only those in the Fan Pit seemed to have a decent view of Diljit on stage, leaving others feeling excluded from the experience they had paid for.
Amid the chaos, it is essential to recognise Diljit Dosanjh’s outstanding performance, which many fans praised. However, as Siddharth and other attendees pointed out, the management’s shortcomings severely impacted the concert experience.