| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Kolkata, India |
| Statue Details | 70-foot iron statue of Lionel Messi, largest Messi statue globally |
| Depiction | Messi lifting the FIFA World Cup trophy (2022 triumph) |
| Creator | Sree Bhumi Sporting Club, Lake Town, South Dum Dum |
| Completion Time | 40 days |
| Team Involved | Monty Paul and his team |
| Inauguration | Virtual unveiling by Lionel Messi on December 13 |
| Reason for Virtual Event | Security and law-and-order concerns |
| Significance | Kolkata's deep football culture, home to iconic footballers like Diego Maradona, Emiliano Martinez, and Ronaldinho Gaucho |
| Timing Relevance | 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching |
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