**SEO Title:** Messi Event Chaos: Organizer Sent to Police Custody
**Meta Description:** West Bengal authorities have placed the main organizer of Messi’s India Tour 2025 in police custody following chaos at a Kolkata event.
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**Headline (H1):** Organizer of Messi’s India Tour 2025 in Police Custody After Kolkata Chaos
On Sunday, West Bengal authorities placed Shatadru Dutta, the promoter and main organizer of the highly anticipated G O A T India Tour 2025 featuring Argentine football legend Lionel Messi, into 14 days of police custody. This decision came a day after a chaotic scene unfolded at a packed event in Kolkata, leading to significant disorder and vandalism.
Dutta was presented before the Bidhannagar court following his arrest, which was linked to allegations of mismanagement and public unrest at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, commonly known as Salt Lake Stadium. As he arrived at the court, protests erupted outside, with BJP workers accusing the organizers of deceiving fans.
What was intended to be a premier football event on December 13 quickly devolved into chaos after Messi’s brief, heavily secured appearance left many attendees dissatisfied. Numerous fans, some traveling from distant states and paying premium ticket prices, were unable to see the football star, leading to frustration and anger among the crowd. This unrest escalated, resulting in damage to seats, barricades, and railings within the venue. In response, police swiftly detained Dutta, citing failures in crowd management and security protocols.
In the aftermath, a three-member inquiry committee, appointed by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, visited the stadium to assess the damage and reconstruct the events that transpired. The committee, led by retired Calcutta High Court judge Justice Ashim Kumar Ray, along with Chief Secretary Manoj Pant and Home Secretary Nandini Chakravorty, conducted a thorough inspection of the venue. They documented the scene, noting broken chairs, twisted barricades, and other signs of vandalism, while halting cleaning efforts to fully evaluate the situation.
Chief Minister Banerjee publicly apologized to Messi and football fans shortly after the incident, announcing the formation of the inquiry committee to determine accountability and recommend measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future. The police investigation will focus on various aspects, including ticketing, entry management, security personnel deployment, and coordination between the organizers and local authorities.
The All India Football Federation also expressed concern regarding the event, highlighting serious lapses in crowd management and security. With approximately 50,000 spectators present and ticket prices ranging from Rs 4,000 to Rs 12,000, the incident has raised significant questions about the organization of high-profile events in the region.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What led to the chaos at Messi’s India Tour event?**
A: The chaos was triggered by Messi’s brief appearance, which left many fans frustrated as they were unable to see him, leading to unrest and vandalism in the stadium.
