India, Feb. 10 -- A video of Bengaluru police halting British singer Ed Sheeran's surprise street performance on Church Street has taken social media by storm, with users reacting with humor and sarcasm.

While some criticized the police action, others turned the incident into a meme fest, making witty remarks about language politics, governance, and public space usage in India.

The controversy began when Sheeran, who is in Bengaluru for his scheduled concert, decided to perform on Church Street, drawing a large crowd. Police officers intervened, reportedly unaware of his identity, and unplugged his microphone, citing a lack of permission.

Although Sheeran later clarified that his team had obtained prior approval, the internet had alrea...