Controversy Strikes: West Bengal Sports Minister's Resignation Request Amid Lionel Messi Event Chaos

West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas has sought to step down following controversy over mismanagement at the Lionel Messi event. The letter, shared on Facebook, has not been confirmed officially, and the government initiates probes while opposition demands accountability.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kolkata | Updated: 16-12-2025 15:27 IST | Created: 16-12-2025 15:27 IST
Controversy Strikes: West Bengal Sports Minister's Resignation Request Amid Lionel Messi Event Chaos
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In a surprising twist, West Bengal's Sports Minister, Aroop Biswas, has reportedly expressed his intent to resign amid escalating controversies surrounding mismanagement during the Lionel Messi event. The controversial sports event at Salt Lake Stadium left spectators enraged, causing substantial damage and triggering a political storm.

Aroop Biswas's alleged resignation letter, shared on social media by TMC spokesperson Kunal Ghosh, has spurred debates about its authenticity due to the absence of an official letterhead. The Chief Minister's Office has yet to provide confirmation on accepting his resignation, leaving political circles rife with speculation.

In response to the incident, the West Bengal government formed a high-level inquiry committee, which resulted in disciplinary actions against several senior officials. As opposition parties demand accountability, scrutiny over the sports department intensifies, with Biswas remaining silent on the unfolding situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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