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Ex-Bengal Minister Questioned Over Messi Tour Ticket Scandal
🗓 18 Jun 2026, 12:03 PM
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Former West Bengal Minister Aroop Biswas is being questioned by authorities regarding the controversial Messi tour, where many ticket holders were unable to see the footballer.
Authorities have initiated questioning of former West Bengal Minister Aroop Biswas in connection with the widely criticized Messi tour. The event faced significant backlash as a large number of ticket purchasers were reportedly unable to witness Argentine footballer Lionel Messi's appearance.
The tickets for the event ranged in price from ₹4,500 to ₹18,000, leading to considerable public disappointment and allegations of mismanagement. The involvement of the former minister in the questioning process highlights the seriousness with which the authorities are treating the matter.
Details surrounding the specifics of the questioning and the nature of Biswas's alleged involvement are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses. The fiasco has raised concerns about event organization and ticketing transparency.
The tickets for the event ranged in price from ₹4,500 to ₹18,000, leading to considerable public disappointment and allegations of mismanagement. The involvement of the former minister in the questioning process highlights the seriousness with which the authorities are treating the matter.
Details surrounding the specifics of the questioning and the nature of Biswas's alleged involvement are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses. The fiasco has raised concerns about event organization and ticketing transparency.