Bose said that while the organisers of the event are to be blamed squarely for the situation, it is also the police that has failed the government, the people and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who is also the home minister.
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Moneycontrol13-12-2025, 15:15

Bengal Governor: Arrest Messi event organizer for 'attempt to murder'

  • Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose demanded the arrest of the organizer of Lionel Messi's Kolkata event due to mismanagement.
  • The Governor directed the state government to book the organizer under "attempt to murder" charges.
  • Bose criticized the police for inaction, calling it a "dark day" for Kolkata's sports-loving people.
  • Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee reportedly had to return midway from the event due to the chaos.
  • The Governor called for ticket refunds, charges for stadium damage, suspension of negligent police, and a new SOP for large events.

Why It Matters: Governor's call for arrest impacts future event organization and public safety.

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