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The highly anticipated return of Coldplay to India for their Music Of The Spheres World Tour has sparked a frenzy among fans, with tickets selling out almost instantly upon their release. While BookMyShow, the sole authorized platform for ticket sales, managed to handle the initial surge in demand, the subsequent emergence of unauthorized platforms reselling tickets at inflated prices has raised concerns.
BookMyShow has issued a stern warning against ticket scalping, emphasizing its illegality in India. The company's Instagram post explicitly states that tickets sold through unauthorized platforms are invalid and that individuals engaging in such practices are liable for legal repercussions. Fans are urged to exercise caution and avoid falling prey to scams by purchasing tickets only through the official channel.
The warning underscores the importance of safeguarding consumers from fraudulent activities related to high-demand events. Ticket scalping exploits the eagerness of fans to attend concerts, utilizing artificial scarcity to inflate prices and generate profits at the expense of genuine ticket buyers. The legal framework in India, prohibiting such practices, aims to ensure fair access to entertainment events and protect consumers from exploitation.