Ed Sheeran's Bengaluru Street Performance Halted by Police

The British pop star's impromptu concert was stopped due to crowd concerns despite claims of prior approval.

Ed Sheeran attempted a surprise street performance on Bengaluru's Church Street during his India tour but was stopped by police.
Authorities cited the lack of proper permissions and the risk of large crowds as the reason for halting the performance.
Sheeran stated on Instagram that he had obtained prior approval for the event and assured fans that all was well.
Videos of the interrupted performance, including the moment a police officer unplugged the sound equipment, have gone viral online.
The singer is in India for a series of concerts and has also shared moments of cultural exploration, including learning to play the sitar.