Is There a Legal Way to File a Complaint Against Event Price Gouging?

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March 17, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Attended an event yesterday where they banned outside water and then sold 500ml water for ₹50. Cold drinks that have an MRP of ₹20 were priced at ₹100. This wasn’t some high-end luxury event—just a regular concert where basic necessities were turned into a hostage situation.

I understand that private organizers have pricing freedom, but isn’t there a limit to how much they can overcharge for essential goods like water especially when MRP is printed? This feels like a clear case of price gouging, where customers are left with no alternative but to pay unreasonable prices for survival.

Does Indian consumer law provide any recourse in such cases? Can customers file a complaint online against such exploitative pricing? Would this fall under unfair trade practices under the Consumer Protection Act? Looking for legal insights on whether any action can be taken.

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