From Rishra to Global Glory: The Rise and Fall of Satadru Dutta

Satadru Dutta, a major promoter in Kolkata's football scene, saw his career disrupted due to an incident during Messi's 'G.O.A.T. India Tour'. His journey from Rishra to organizing global football events is marked by ups and downs, culminating in recent legal troubles and public scrutiny.

Satadru Dutta's ambitious journey from Rishra's modest beginnings to becoming a significant figure in Kolkata's football promotions faced unprecedented challenges on Saturday. His career took a hit after crowd unrest overshadowed Messi's 'G.O.A.T. India Tour', leading to his arrest at the airport on his way to Hyderabad.

The incident thrust Kolkata, the revered hub of Indian football, into global infamy, inviting intense media and public scrutiny. Dutta, who left a secure finance career to pursue sports promotion, carved a niche in organizing major events like Pele's 2015 visit and Maradona's iconic 2017 appearance in Kolkata.

Despite his contributions, Dutta's prominent role is now marred by the Salt Lake Stadium controversy. He once dreamed of bringing Cristiano Ronaldo to Kolkata, boldly stating it would be his career finale. However, recent fan outrage and potential legal issues may threaten his future in sports management.

(With inputs from agencies.)