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Giant Lionel Messi statue dismantled in Kolkata

Euronews · Jun 2, 2026, 11:11 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

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A 21-metre statue of Lionel Messi in Kolkata has been removed less than a year after its unveiling due to safety fears over its stability in strong winds.

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