The AIFF chief's remarks come amid widespread criticism of the event's organisation, which was marred by disorder and left fans disappointed, prompting questions about planning, crowd management, and the programme's intent.
Held as a key initiative to promote the "Fit India Movement", the annual event, first held in 2021, has grown significantly in popularity among running enthusiasts nationwide, according to the official press release.
Ahead of Messi's event at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, fans have gone crazy for the football icon. Many Lionel Messi fan have expressed their excitement to see the Argentine legend in their state.
The Deputy Chief Minister lauded Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma for his comprehensive efforts across all sectors and for every class of society over the past two years.
Argentine football legend Lionel Messi reached Mumbai for his "GOAT India Tour 2025". NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule extended her best wishes to the fans and the people of Maharashtra, while stressing the importance of safety.
Trinamool Congress MP Saugata Roy on Sunday said that the Chief Minister has appointed an inquiry committee to probe the mismanagement during Argentine footballer Lionel Messi's event at Salt Lake Stadium and added that it is not appropriate to comment on the matter until the panel submit
Ranveer Singh's latest spy thriller, Dhurandhar, continued its record-breaking run at the box office, setting a "new benchmark" with the highest-ever second Saturday collections in Hindi cinema.
Cena, a record-breaking 17-time world champion, competed in his final professional wrestling match at Saturday Night's Main Event (SNME) on Sunday, where he suffered a submission loss to World Heavyweight Champion Gunther. The bout marked the end of one of the most decorated careers in WW
Four members of a family were killed in a road accident involving a bike and a tractor trolley in Telangana's Medak district on Saturday evening. The collision occurred around 7:30 pm near a hotel on National Highway-161, police said.
Rajasthan Chief Secretary V Srinivas on Sunday reiterated the state government's commitment to implementing cleanliness programs across every village, hamlet and city in Rajasthan.
Majumdar alleged that the event was hijacked by Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders, claiming that both the organisers and those surrounding Messi were linked to the ruling party.
The Chief Minister highlighted that the event was not only about cleanliness but also about instilling a sense of respect, dignity and responsibility towards society among citizens.