At the Utkarsh Odisha: Make In Odisha 2025 Conclave, PM Modi highlighted the significance of Coldplay's recent concerts in India.
The PM emphasized the potential of India's concert economy, which highlights the new India as a vibrant and appealing world-class destination.
PM Modi spoke on India's appeal as a global concert and conference tourism destination and here is why he mentioned Coldplay:
Coldplay's India Tour: Coldplay's recent concerts in Mumbai and Ahmedabad were instant sell-outs, marking the band’s biggest concerts ever.
Massive Crowds: The Ahmedabad concert was the biggest ticketed concert event in India, attracting 1.34 lakh fans.
Live streaming on Disney+ Hotstar gathered 83 lakh views, reflecting the massive popularity of international musicians and bands in the country.
Coldplay’s lead singer, Chris Martin, delighted fans by singing ‘Vande Mataram’ and addressing the crowd in Hindi, soaking in the culture.
Martin and his partner, Dakota Johnson visited prominent temples and even the Mahakumbh, highlighting India’s cultural potential.
India's ability to attract major international artists like Coldplay showcases its global appeal and its cultural richness is its identity.