The Argentine is honored in India with a statue of more than 20 m at the beginning of his “GOAT Tour”. Find out all the details here.
Lionel Messione of the most famous footballers of all time, is in the sights of fans on the other side of the world: India. An impressive statue of more than 20 meters in his honor, considered one of the tallest sculptures in the world dedicated to the Argentine star, its inauguration coincides with his visit to the Asian country. The monument is not only a visual tribute, but also a symbol of affection and the admiration that millions of Indian fans feel for Messi.
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Why a statue of Lionel Messi in India?
The work was built in Calcutta (Kolkata), in the West Bengal region and measures approximately21 meters (70 feet) high, which places it between the largest statues dedicated to a footballer in the world. The sculpture, made mainly in iron, shows Messi raising his World Cupa gesture that represents his sporting achievements and his legendary status in global football.
This monumental monument was built by the Sree Bhumi Sporting Club in just 40 daysa process that combined the work of dozens of artisans and sculptors led by Monti Paul, who highlighted the pride of creating a piece of such large proportions dedicated to a universal icon.
Although it was originally planned that Messi would inaugurate the statue in person, for security and logistical reasons. The event will be carried outvirtualwhile the footballer continues with his activities on tour.
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The arrival of Messi and his agenda in India
Lionel Messi’s visit to India is not limited to the inauguration of the statue. In your three day tourthe Argentine star He has several public appearances and special events scheduled:
• Meetings with celebrities: Messi will share with Bollywood film figures and renowned former athletes, mixing sport and popular culture.
• Friendly matches and soccer clinics: They include meetings with young players and activities to promote the sport in various urban communities.
• Meetings with authorities: Among them, a possible meeting with the Prime Minister of India, which underlines the symbolic relevance of his visit beyond football.
Before his arrival, Messi expressed his enthusiasm for returning to the country after several years and highlighted his strong connection with Indian fans, who received him with an emotion rarely seen for a soccer figure in the region.
