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flag West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee apologized after chaos erupted during Messi’s short Kolkata visit due to poor planning and fan access issues.

flag West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee apologized after chaos erupted during Lionel Messi’s brief visit to Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium, citing poor management, overcrowding, and restricted fan access. flag Fans, many of whom paid high ticket prices, protested by throwing objects and attempting to breach barriers after Messi left early, prompting police to use force. flag Banerjee, who was en route when the incident occurred, announced a high-level inquiry led by retired Justice Ashim Kumar Ray to investigate the mismanagement and recommend reforms. flag The event, part of Messi’s GOAT Tour, also included a virtual unveiling of a 70-foot statue of the star, but widespread frustration over perceived VIP favoritism and unmet expectations fueled public backlash and political criticism.

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