Messi Unhappy in Kolkata: Organizer Reveals Chaos, Security Lapses, ₹89 Cr Fee

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News18•21-12-2025, 14:37
Messi Unhappy in Kolkata: Organizer Reveals Chaos, Security Lapses, ₹89 Cr Fee
- •Organizer Satadru Dutta revealed Lionel Messi was "uncomfortable" with chaotic crowd scenes and being touched during his Kolkata appearance.
- •Messi's foreign security team had explicitly warned against physical contact, but these warnings were ignored, leading to a security collapse.
- •West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas, seen close to Messi, later resigned amid allegations of allowing unauthorized access.
- •Ground passes tripled from 150 after an "influential person" intervened, disrupting security plans and contributing to the chaos.
- •Messi was paid ₹89 crore for the India tour, with the total cost reaching ₹100 crore; organizer's finances are now under SIT investigation.
Why It Matters: Messi's Kolkata visit turned chaotic due to ignored security warnings and alleged VIP interference.
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