Messi in Delhi: Delayed arrival, ₹1 Cr handshake, VVIP security, meets CJI, stars

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CNBC TV18•15-12-2025, 15:35
Messi in Delhi: Delayed arrival, ₹1 Cr handshake, VVIP security, meets CJI, stars
- •Lionel Messi arrives in Delhi for the final leg of his GOAT India Tour, with his flight delayed due to fog.
- •Stringent security measures are in place for Messi's visit, including traffic advisories and VVIP movement.
- •Messi is staying at The Leela Palace, with an entire floor and Presidential Suites reserved for his team.
- •A closed-door meet-and-greet event for select VIPs is priced up to ₹1 crore.
- •Messi will meet the Chief Justice of India, parliamentarians, Indian sporting stars, and attend an Adidas event at Purana Qila before departing.
Why It Matters: This highlights the extraordinary cost and security for a global sports icon's visit.
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