In a glaring example of how economic disparities affect access to cultural events, fans from Bengaluru are finding themselves priced out of attending Coldplay's long-awaited ‘Music of the Spheres' tour concerts in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Despite their anticipation and financial planning, the exorbitant costs of travel and accommodation have left many with no choice but to resell their tickets, highlighting the pressing issue of equitable access to entertainment in the wake of rising living expenses.
Economic inequality hits music fans: Sky-high travel costs force Bengaluru's Coldplay enthusiasts to sell tickets
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Bengaluru: With Coldplay's highly anticipated concerts scheduled in Mumbai and Ahmedabad as part of their ‘Music of the Spheres' tour, many Bengalurea.
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In the run-up to Coldplay's ‘Music of the Spheres' tour concerts in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, Bengaluru's fans are confronted with the realities of market dynamics, as soaring travel and accommodation costs necessitate a reassessment of their plans. This situation underscores the importance of personal financial responsibility and the natural fluctuations of a free market economy, where supply and demand dictate pricing, leaving some fans to make the difficult decision to sell their tickets.
From The Times of India