Overview
- Messi touched down in the early hours, drawing thousands to Kolkata’s airport and hotel areas.
- Police enforced a heavy security ring and routed his convoy through an alternate path due to crowd pressure.
- This marks his first visit to India since 2011, fueling an outpouring of fan excitement captured in agency footage.
- His Kolkata program features a private meet-and-greet, a virtual statue inauguration and a friendly at Yuva Bharati Stadium.
- Access was offered via the District app with prices starting around Rs 4,500, and many ticket categories were reported sold out.