Who is Satadru Dutta? The man arrested after the chaos at Messi's Kolkata event, causing an uproar across the country

Who is Satadru Dutta: Argentine football legend Lionel Messi is on a tour of India. Chaos erupted among fans during an event in Kolkata. Amid the frenzy of fans trying to see Messi, disorder broke out at the Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday, forcing Lionel Messi to leave the field prematurely. Following the fan disturbance, event organizer Satadru Dutta was arrested by the police. Let’s tell you who exactly Satadru Dutta is, the man arrested by Kolkata Police.

In Kolkata, Satadru Dutta had organized an event featuring Lionel Messi, who was visiting India after 14 years. The situation spiraled out of control due to the impatience of the fans. At Kolkata’s largest stadium, Salt Lake, fans became angry at not getting even a glimpse of the world’s most popular footballer in just 22 minutes and broke through the security cordon present there. This led to a chaotic atmosphere at the event. Star footballer Lionel Messi is in India as part of his ‘GOAT India Tour 2025’. The organizer of this tour was Kolkata’s Satadru Dutta. After the fans created a ruckus at this event, Satadru Dutta was arrested.

Who is Satadru Dutta, the organizer of the ‘GOAT India Tour 2025’?
Following the arrest of ‘GOAT India Tour 2025’ organizer Satadru Dutta, the same question is on everyone’s lips: who exactly is Satadru Dutta? Satadru Dutta works under ‘A Satadru Dutta Initiative’. Previously, he has successfully organized events in India for several world football legends on multiple occasions. Satadru has taken responsibility for organizing Messi’s tour not just in Kolkata but also in major Indian cities like Hyderabad, Delhi, and Mumbai. Prior to this, Satadru had also organized events in India for legends like Pelé, Diego Maradona, and Cafu.

How did the chaos erupt in the stadium?
Fans were desperate to catch a glimpse of star footballer Lionel Messi, who was in India on his GOAT Tour. Fans had spent between 4500 to 10000 rupees to buy tickets to see Messi. During this time, Messi was present at the Salt Lake Stadium for about 22 minutes. During this event, organizer Satadru Dutta and security personnel had kept Messi within a security cordon. Because of this cordon, Messi’s fans could not see their favorite star properly. Meanwhile, Messi left the stadium, and as soon as his fans learned of this, they broke the security cordon, entered the stadium, and began causing a disturbance. The situation quickly spiraled out of control. Police had to use mild force to control the crowd.

Salt Lake Stadium

Salt Lake Stadium, officially known as Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, is a multi-purpose stadium in Kolkata, India, and is one of the largest football stadiums in the world by seating capacity. It was inaugurated in 1984 and was built primarily to host the 1987 South Asian Games. The stadium is a historic home for Indian football, most notably serving as the fortress for the national team and the iconic club Mohun Bagan.

Kolkata

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is the capital of India’s West Bengal state and was the capital of British India until 1911. Founded as a trading post by the British East India Company in 1690, it grew into a major colonial port and later became a pivotal center for the Indian Renaissance and independence movement. Today, it is renowned for its vibrant cultural heritage, historic architecture, and as the home of iconic figures like Rabindranath Tagore.

Hyderabad

Hyderabad is a historic city in southern India, founded in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah. It is renowned for landmarks like the Charminar and Golconda Fort, reflecting its rich legacy as the capital of the Qutb Shahi dynasty and later the Nizams. Today, it is a major technology hub, often called “Cyberabad,” blending its ancient heritage with modern innovation.

Delhi

Delhi is India’s capital city, with a history spanning over two millennia, having served as the seat of power for multiple empires including the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughals. It is a vibrant cultural and historical hub, home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb, which reflect its rich architectural legacy. Today, it is a sprawling metropolis that blends ancient monuments with modern urban life.

Mumbai

Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is a major port city on India’s west coast and the financial capital of the country. Its modern history began in the 17th century when it was transferred from Portuguese to British control, rapidly developing into a global trade hub. Today, it is a densely populated metropolis famous for its Bollywood film industry, colonial-era architecture like the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and vibrant street life.

Pelé

Pelé is not a place or cultural site, but the nickname of Edson Arantes do Nascimento (1940–2022), widely regarded as the greatest football (soccer) player of all time. A Brazilian national icon, he led Brazil to three FIFA World Cup victories (1958, 1962, 1970) and became a global ambassador for the sport, celebrated for his extraordinary skill, sportsmanship, and goal-scoring record.

Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona is not a place but a legendary Argentine footballer, widely considered one of the greatest players of all time. His cultural impact is immense, with sites like the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona stadium in Naples, Italy, and murals worldwide honoring him, stemming from his pivotal role in leading Argentina to World Cup victory in 1986 and his transformative years with Napoli football club.

Cafu

“Cafu” does not correspond to a widely recognized major cultural site or place in global history. It is most commonly known as the nickname of the retired Brazilian football legend **Marcos Evangelista de Morais**, who played as a right-back. He had a storied career, most famously with AS Roma and the Brazilian national team, winning the FIFA World Cup in 1994 and 2002.