Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Messi Event Organizer Says Refunds Pending
A man named Satadru Dutta organized a big event in India where Lionel Messi was supposed to appear.
Many people bought tickets but couldn't see Messi and want their money back.
Dutta told the police he can only give refunds after the company that sold the tickets gives him the money.
The police are investigating because there are conflicting statements about the money.
Dutta is currently in police custody, and six companies that helped sponsor the event have been asked to talk to the police about their deals with Dutta.
Organizer Satadru Dutta claims refunds can only be processed after receiving ticket sale proceeds.
Thousands of ticket buyers demand refunds after failing to see Lionel Messi at the event.
Police are investigating conflicting statements about the transfer of ticket sale funds.
Six corporate sponsors have been summoned for questioning about their financial contracts with Dutta.
Dutta is currently in police remand following his arrest for alleged mismanagement of the event.
- Who
- Satadru Dutta, organizer of Lionel Messi's event in India
- What
- Refunds for ticket buyers pending due to financial proceedings
- When
- Event took place on December 13, ongoing investigation
- Where
- Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata, India
- Why
- Organizer claims refunds can only be processed after receiving ticket sale proceeds
- Organizer
- Satadru Dutta
- Event
- Lionel Messi's tour to India
- Date of Event
- December 13
- Refund Condition
- After ticket sale proceeds arrive
- Investigation Status
- Special investigation team probing
- Organizer's Status
- In police remand
- Sponsors Involved
- Six companies summoned for questioning