Chaos at Salt Lake stadium over Messi event; Mamata orders probe, apologies to fans
What was billed as a marquee football spectacle turned into anger and disorder as Messi’s brief and tightly ring-fenced appearance, his first at the venue since 2011, left large sections of the crowd frustrated despite many having paid hefty sums for tickets
Messi Event Organiser Arrested After Violent Chaos In Kolkata, Promises To Refund Tickets
“There was some kind of anger and anxiety among the fans because he was not playing,” West Bengal director general of police Rajeev Kumar told news agency PTI.
'I Apologise To Lionel Messi': Mamata Banerjee After Salt Lake Stadium Chaos
After the chaos at Salt Lake Stadium, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday expressed sorrow over the mismanagement witnessed at the Stadium. She also apologises to Lionel Messi and other sports lovers for the unfortunate incident.
West Bengal Governor Confirms Arrest of Organiser After Chaos at Lionel Messi Event in Salt Lake Stadium
Kolkata: West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose said that the organiser of Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour event has been arrested after a chaotic incident at Salt
Fan paid Rs 10,000 to see Lionel Messi in Kolkata, ends up stealing carpet instead
A fan who paid Rs 10,000 to watch Lionel Messi in Kolkata left disappointed after the event descended into chaos and Messi appeared for just 22 minutes.
West Bengal Governor denied entry to Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium after vandalism during Messi visit
West Bengal Governor denied entry to Salt Lake Stadium post-vandalism during Messi's visit, sparking fan protests over mismanagement.
Thousands Spent, Entry Denied: Why Angry Kolkata Fans Turned Violent At Lionel Messi Event
Anger erupts at Kolkata’s Messi event as fans who paid thousands allege VIPs hijacked access, sparking chaos.
BJP Targets Mamata Banerjee After Chaos At Lionel Messi Event In Kolkata, Calls It ‘Total Embarrassment’
Disorder broke out as thousands of fans, frustrated at being unable to see Messi during his brief appearance of less than half an hour, breached security and hurled chairs and bottles inside the stadium. Organisers struggled to control the crowd, turning the high-profile event into what critics described as a logistical nightmare.
Lionel Messi event organiser detained, trying to ensure refunds for fans: West Bengal DGP
Lionel Messi's event organiser detained in Kolkata after fan violence; refunds promised amid ongoing investigation, says West Bengal DGP.
"Kolkata Ashamed": A Blame Game Over Messi Event Chaos And Refund Order
Thousands of football fans had gathered in Kolkata this morning to catch a glimpse of Lionel Messi. But what could have been a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness live one of the greatest footballers of their times turned out to be a nightmare.
Messi in Kolkata: BJP leaders, Governor Ananda Bose question government’s role
Violence erupts at Messi's Kolkata event, sparking criticism of the government and organisers as TMC distances itself from chaos.
'Saffron Flags, Jai Shri Ram Chants': Chaos Erupts During Messi's Event At Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium
The Chief Minister expressed shock at the mismanagement, apologised to Messi, and formed an inquiry committee led by a former judge to investigate the incident and prevent future occurrences.
'Sincerely Apologise To Messi, His Fans': Mamata Banerjee After Chaos At Kolkata Stadium Event
Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expressed shock over the chaos at Messi's event at Salt Lake Stadium and apologised to the footballer and his fans.
"Systemic Failure": West Bengal Governor Slams Messi Event Chaos In Kolkata
CV Ananda Bose's statement came after angry football fans stormed the field and vandalised Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday morning
'Pathetic Spectacle...': BJP Attacks CM Mamata Over Messi Event Chaos; Calls For FIR Against Sports Minister
BJP attacks TMC and Mamata Banerjee over chaos at Messi’s Kolkata event, demands arrests and refunds.
Lionel Messi’s GOAT India Tour: Police Personnel Resort To Mild Force To Disperse Angry Crowd After Chaos Breaks Out During Kolkata Event
olice personnel used mild force to disperse the angry crowd after they tried to vandalise the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, alleging poor management of the Argentine Legend Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour event on Saturday. Angry fans accused the Ministers and politicians of hogging Messi's time and failing to deliver on promises. Lionel Messi’s GOAT India Tour: Police Personnel Resort To Mild Force To Disperse Angry Crowd After Chaos Breaks Out During Kolkata Event.
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