Messi’s Kolkata Tour Chaos: Bengal Police Detain Organiser, Promise Strict Action Over Mismanagement

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:19am on 13 Dec 2025,Saturday Sports

Chaos erupted during football icon Lionel Messi’s Kolkata visit after large crowds gathered amid poor planning and security lapses. Following complaints and mounting public disorder, West Bengal Police detained the event organiser for questioning. Authorities said the organiser failed to manage crowd control and permissions, risking public safety. Police officials warned of strict legal action against those responsible for mismanagement and misleading promotions. Fans expressed anger over confusion surrounding Messi’s appearance, leading to unrest near the venue. The incident has raised serious questions about event planning standards for high-profile international visits in the state. (PC: Facebook)  

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