March 25, 2025 | New Delhi: In a shocking incident, renowned Bollywood playback singer Sonu Nigam was targeted during a live performance at Delhi Technological University (DTU) as part of the ‘Engifest 2025’ celebrations. The musical event, which saw thousands of fans in attendance, took a disturbing turn when a section of the crowd began throwing stones and plastic bottles toward the stage, forcing the performance to come to an abrupt halt.
Chaos During Celebration: Team Members Injured
The celebrated singer, known for hits across generations, was performing some of his most iconic songs when the situation escalated. According to eyewitnesses, a few overexcited individuals in the crowd began hurling objects including stones and bottles toward the stage, causing injuries to some members of Sonu Nigam’s team.
Despite the chaos, Sonu Nigam tried to control the crowd and appealed for calm. Folding his hands on stage, he requested,
“I’m here to spend a good time with you. I never said you shouldn’t enjoy the concert, but please don’t do things like this.”
However, due to the rising tension and for safety reasons, the organizers were forced to cancel the concert midway.
Security Concerns Raised Over Crowd Management
This unfortunate incident has raised serious concerns about crowd control and security arrangements at large-scale university festivals. Given Sonu Nigam’s stature and the massive turnout, critics argue that more stringent crowd management measures should have been in place.
Organizers have not issued an official statement yet, but university authorities are expected to conduct an inquiry into the lapse and identify the culprits behind the unruly behavior.
Sonu Nigam’s Global Fanbase Shocked
Sonu Nigam, known globally for his soulful voice and electrifying stage presence, frequently tours both in India and internationally. The incident has left fans across social media expressing shock and disappointment, condemning the act and demanding better artist protection at public events.
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