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The process to remove a towering statue of Argentine football legend Lionel Messi began today in Kolkata's Lake Town area. Local authorities ordered the dismantling of the structure after structural engineers inspected the site and officially declared it unsafe for the public. The massive statue, which had become a major attraction for football enthusiasts in the sports-loving city, is being carefully taken down to prevent any accidental collapse or injuries to passersby.