Giant Messi statue taken down in India
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A giant statue of football superstar Lionel Messi was taken down in India on Monday. The 21-metre (70ft) sculpture in Kolkata was removed over safety concerns as the statue was seen swaying in strong winds. The statue was erected to commemorate his December 2025 India “GOAT Tour”.
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