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Crores collected , fans could not see Messi , Bengal defamed : Dilip Ghosh says inquiry underway into GOAT India tour Kolkata row
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An inquiry is underway regarding a controversy in Kolkata where fans allegedly could not see Messi despite significant funds collected for his India tour. This situation has led to accusations of defaming Bengal and raises questions about event management.
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