A 21-metre (70-foot) golden statue of Lionel Messi, located in Kolkata, eastern India, is scheduled for removal due to safety concerns raised by local officials. Reports indicated that the statue was observed swaying in the wind, prompting authorities to take precautionary measures. The decision follows an assessment of the structure's stability and its potential risks to public safety. The statue was originally erected to celebrate the football icon's contributions to the sport.
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