West Bengal Sports Minister Arup Biswas has offered to resign following widespread criticism over the disarray during Lionel Messi’s visit to Kolkata. The incident occurred at the Salt Lake Stadium on December 13, where fans expressed anger after Messi spent less than ten minutes on the field. Biswas submitted a letter to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, requesting to step down to ensure a fair investigation into the event’s mismanagement.
The controversy stems from allegations that Biswas and his family occupied privileged positions near Messi during the event, while thousands of spectators were left disappointed. Trinamool Congress state secretary Kunal Ghosh confirmed that Banerjee accepted Biswas’s resignation request. The state government has already formed an inquiry committee to examine the lapses in organization and security arrangements.
The resignation marks a significant political fallout from what was supposed to be a celebratory sporting occasion. The inquiry’s findings could influence future event management protocols in West Bengal, as public frustration over the incident remains high.
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