Aroop Biswas
Bengal Minister's Resignation Over Messi Event Chaos Criticized for Spelling Errors
Dec 17, 2025 02:14 pm CST
West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas has offered his resignation following the chaotic Lionel Messi event in Kolkata, but his letter has gone viral for containing multiple spelling errors in Bengali, including misspelling his own portfolio title. The BJP has criticized the minister while football fans remain angry about VIPs preventing their access to the football legend during his brief appearance.
West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas Offers Resignation Following Lionel Messi Event Chaos in Kolkata
Dec 16, 2025 07:13 pm CST
Following the chaotic Lionel Messi event at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium, West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas has offered his resignation to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The controversy erupted when fans who paid thousands for tickets were unable to see Messi properly as he was surrounded by VIPs. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to investigate the mismanagement, while the CM has temporarily taken charge of the sports portfolio pending an impartial inquiry.