Shreya Ghoshal’s Concert Causes Major Traffic Chaos in Nagpur, Commuters Face Lengthy Delays

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Strobe lights flickered, breathtaking visuals danced across LED screens, and thousands of fans were on their feet Sunday evening as singing sensation Shreya Ghoshal’s enchanting vocals set the chilly Nagpur air ablaze. The city went wild, marking the night as truly unforgettable.Her velvety voice soared to classical crescendos, captivating the audience as they swayed to soulful renditions of love and affirmation. Performing her greatest hits on the 10th day of the Khasdar Sanskrutik Mahotsav at Ishwar Deshmukh College of Physical Education, Shreya delivered a majestic musical spectacle.

The event featured dazzling fireworks, stirring melodies, and a sea of fans who had gathered hours early to experience one of India’s most beloved voices live. The atmosphere overflowed with gratitude and nostalgia, culminating in a soul-stirring finale as Shreya sang Ami Je Tomar (“I am Yours, Nagpur”).Glowing under the arc lights with her signature radiant smile, Shreya began her performance by reminiscing about her previous visit to the mahotsav.

“I first came here two years ago around this time—it was freezing then too,” she quipped, instantly charming the crowd. With a sparkle in her eyes, she praised Nagpur as a city deeply passionate about music.The evening was a perfect blend of artistry and emotion, leaving fans spellbound and celebrating the magic of live music in their city.

Central Nagpur was thrown into gridlock on Sunday evening as massive crowds gathered at Hanuman Nagar for Shreya Ghoshal’s live concert during the Khasdar Mahotsav. Held at Ishwar Deshmukh College of Physical Education—commonly known as Krida Square—the event attracted thousands of eager fans hours before showtime, overwhelming the surrounding roadways.The influx of attendees led to severe traffic jams across critical intersections, including Medical Square, leaving many commuters stuck for long durations.

Motorists voiced their frustration, pointing to insufficient traffic planning and weak crowd control measures as major factors worsening the congestion.As the Khasdar Mahotsav continues to draw large crowds daily, Sunday’s traffic chaos has reignited demands for improved traffic management and better infrastructure around prominent event spaces in Nagpur to prevent similar disruptions in the future.