Lionel Messi GOAT India Tour: Organizer Remanded to 14-Day Police Custody
The much-anticipated Lionel Messi GOAT India Tour took a dramatic turn in Kolkata after chaos erupted at the Salt Lake Stadium, leading to the arrest of the event’s promoter and organizer, Satadru Dutta.
According to reports, the Bengal police arrested Satadru Dutta, who was later produced before the Bidhannagar court on Sunday. The court subsequently remanded him to 14 days of police custody in connection with the mismanagement during Messi’s visit.
What Happened at Salt Lake Stadium?
Football fans had been eagerly waiting for a rare opportunity to see Lionel Messi live in India. Thousands of fans purchased tickets ranging from ₹4,500 to ₹10,000, hoping to witness the football legend in action.
Messi arrived in India early Saturday morning and later proceeded to the Salt Lake Stadium as per the scheduled program. However, poor crowd control and inadequate management led to severe chaos inside the stadium. The situation quickly escalated, creating panic among fans and security personnel.
Due to safety concerns, Messi was forced to leave the stadium within minutes of his arrival, much to the disappointment of thousands of supporters.
Fans Protest After Messi Leaves
Angered by the sudden exit of Messi, fans began protesting inside the stadium. Several visuals surfaced showing fans throwing water bottles, damaging fiberglass seats, tearing tents, and even uprooting goal posts. Police had to step in to control the situation and disperse the crowd.
Organizer Arrested at Airport
Following the incident, Satadru Dutta was detained by police at the airport while he was reportedly traveling with Messi to Hyderabad. After questioning, he was formally arrested for his role in the mismanagement of the event.
Political Row Erupts
The incident has triggered a political controversy in West Bengal. Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar strongly criticized the state government, alleging that the event was hijacked by Trinamool Congress leaders and that those involved had close ties to the ruling party.
Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed shock over the incident and issued a public apology to Messi and his fans.
“I sincerely apologize to Lionel Messi, all sports lovers, and Messi’s fans for this unfortunate incident,” Mamata Banerjee wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Conclusion
What was supposed to be a historic and memorable event for Indian football fans turned into a major embarrassment due to alleged mismanagement. As investigations continue, fans are demanding accountability and refunds, while authorities work to determine responsibility for the chaos surrounding Lionel Messi’s GOAT India Tour in Kolkata.
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