December 15th 2025.
In a press conference on Monday, West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose announced his plans to submit a detailed report to the Central government regarding the mismanagement at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata during the December 13 event featuring world-renowned footballer Lionel Messi. He expressed his disappointment with the current situation, stating that only one organizer has been arrested so far, but there were many others responsible for the chaos that should also be held accountable.
As a responsible leader, Governor Bose also mentioned his intention to provide suggestions to the West Bengal government on how to avoid similar incidents in the future. He emphasized that the state administration and police personnel present at the stadium during the event cannot escape responsibility and should also face consequences for their negligence.
Governor Bose pointed out that there was a clear failure in the management system and the absence of any advance guidelines for such a large-scale event was surprising. He reminded everyone that the stadium is a public property and it was the duty of the administration to ensure its protection from any kind of vandalism. However, the officers present on the day of the event failed to fulfill their duties, and appropriate action should be taken against them as well.
The event had caused chaos and disorder, with allegations of poor crowd control, damage to public property, and lack of proper arrangements. These issues were met with severe criticism from the spectators and civil society groups. State Sports Minister Aroop Biswas was also present at the stadium during the event, along with Lionel Messi. However, many spectators and members of the opposition parties have accused him of prioritizing his own interests and neglecting the needs of the paying audience.
These allegations have sparked a political controversy, with opposition parties blaming the state government for mismanagement and preferential treatment. When asked about whether his report to the Union Government will address the role of Sports Minister Aroop Biswas, Governor Bose chose not to comment and stated that he will report all details to his constitutional superiors.
Amidst the growing pressure on the state government to take accountability for the lapses during this high-profile event, Governor Bose's remarks have shed light on the need for immediate action. The event had attracted massive attention and expectations from the public, and it is crucial to address the issues and ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future. Orissa POST - Odisha's No.1 English Daily will continue to provide updates on this matter.
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