Swift Action Follows Chaos at Messi Event in West Bengal

Senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee declared that the West Bengal government responded promptly after chaos erupted during an event featuring Lionel Messi. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee quickly apologized, demonstrating accountability by accepting the resignation of the Sports Minister and initiating an inquiry to address mismanagement concerns.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kolkata | Updated: 17-12-2025 18:59 IST | Created: 17-12-2025 18:59 IST
Swift Action Follows Chaos at Messi Event in West Bengal
Abhishek Banerjee
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Senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee affirmed the West Bengal government's prompt response following disorder at an event with Argentine football star Lionel Messi. Speaking in Kolkata, Banerjee emphasized that measures have been taken against those responsible, highlighting the administration's commitment to rectify lapses.

At the Salt Lake stadium incident, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took moral responsibility, apologizing within an hour. Banerjee noted the government's swift actions, including resignations and inquiries, which stand in contrast to other states' handling of similar incidents.

The chaos spurred opposition criticism, prompting the state government's inquiry into alleged mismanagement. As part of the accountability process, Sports Minister Aroop Biswas resigned, senior police faced scrutiny, and corrective measures were implemented to prevent future occurrences.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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