Chaos at Messi Event Prompts High-Level Investigation

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose visited Salt Lake stadium following chaos at Lionel Messi's event. Denied entry initially, Bose deemed the mishap a dark day for Kolkata sports and called for accountability. A high-level committee, led by Justice Ashim Kumar Ray, investigates the incident.

Trouble erupted at Salt Lake stadium during Lionel Messi's event, leading to West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose's intervention on Sunday. Accompanied by officials, Bose inspected the venue firsthand after being denied entry during the chaos, which marred the highly anticipated spectacle.

The governor termed the incident a 'dark day for Kolkata's sports enthusiasts' and has mandated the state government to hold the responsible organizers accountable. The chaos ensued when Messi's brief appearance left fans, who had traveled far and paid generously for tickets, unable to see their idol.

In a move toward resolution, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee initiated a high-level inquiry committee. The panel, led by retired Justice Ashim Kumar Ray, includes top state secretaries and is charged with investigating the lapses that led to the disorder.

(With inputs from agencies.)