In an incident that marred the much-appreciated Coldplay concert at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, a family has filed a police complaint alleging physical assault and verbal abuse. The incident reportedly occurred in the standing area during the concert on the night of January 25.

Trisha Jignesh Shah, a college student from Ahmedabad, accompanied by her parents, Jignesh (50) and Riya (46), was among the attendees. As per the complaint lodged at the local police station, two unknown women were smoking in the vicinity. When the family objected to the smoking, an altercation ensued.

As per Trisha's account, the situation escalated when an unidentified man joined the confrontation and began arguing with her father in Hindi. The man, accompanied by one of the women, allegedly assaulted the family. Trisha claimed the man pushed her on the chest and hurled abusive language. Her mother, Riya, was also allegedly targeted by the duo, with foul language and physical aggression.

The family sustained minor injuries during the incident, and first aid was administered. After the confrontation, the alleged offenders fled the scene but were later apprehended by the police.

The Chandkheda police is investigating the matter. As per police, Trisha emphasised that the family's objection to smoking and their attempt to de-escalate the situation led to the confrontation.

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