Salt Lake Stadium

Salt Lake Stadium, located in Kolkata, India, is a large multi-purpose stadium. It recently became newsworthy due to incidents involving fans attending an event featuring Lionel Messi as part of his India tour in December 2025. Reports indicate that spectators, disappointed by Messi's brief appearance and obstructed views, engaged in disruptive behavior. This included vandalizing the stadium by breaking down barricades, storming the pitch, ripping up seats, and throwing objects towards the field. The incidents highlight the intense expectations and potential for disappointment associated with high-profile celebrity appearances, as well as concerns about crowd control at large events. The stadium's reputation has been impacted by the negative publicity surrounding the event.