Kolkata, India – West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has issued a public apology to Lionel Messi and his fans following a chaotic event at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. The event, part of Messi's "GOAT Tour," was marred by mismanagement, leading to crowd unrest and vandalism.

Reports indicate that the chaos erupted after Messi's brief appearance at the stadium. Disappointed fans, who had hoped for a longer interaction with the football icon, began throwing bottles and attempting to breach security. Many expressed their anger and frustration over the poor organization of the event, with some claiming that Messi was only visible for a mere ten minutes, surrounded by officials and ministers.

Banerjee, who was en route to the Vivekananda Yuvabharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium) with thousands of football enthusiasts when the situation unfolded, expressed her dismay on social media. "I am deeply disturbed and shocked by the mismanagement witnessed today at Salt Lake Stadium," she stated. "I sincerely apologise to Lionel Messi, as well as to all sports lovers and his fans, for the unfortunate incident".

The Chief Minister has ordered a thorough investigation into the организаторские failures that led to the disruption. The inquiry aims to identify those responsible for the inadequate planning and security measures that resulted in the distressing scenes at the stadium.

The incident has sparked widespread criticism, with many fans demanding refunds and questioning the exorbitant amounts spent on an event that ultimately proved to be a disappointing experience. One fan lamented, "Absolutely terrible event. He came for just 10 minutes...So much money, emotions, and time wasted. We couldn't see anything".

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has also weighed in on the matter, criticizing Banerjee and her administration for the mismanagement. The incident has become a point of political contention, with opposition parties seizing the opportunity to attack the ruling government over the организаторские fiasco.

Messi has already departed from the Salt Lake Stadium following the disruption. The incident has cast a shadow over what was intended to be a celebratory occasion for football fans in Kolkata, leaving many with a sense of disappointment and disillusionment. The incident raises concerns about the preparedness of local authorities in managing large-scale events involving international celebrities and the need for stricter oversight to prevent similar incidents in the future.