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Kolkata | Football-Themed Sculpture Outside Salt Lake Stadium Removed
Correspondent Ajay Chowdhury/ 23rd May 2026

The West Bengal government has removed the football-themed sculpture located outside Salt Lake Stadium, which was reportedly designed by former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
The removal of the structure has sparked fresh political discussions in the state, with reactions emerging over the symbolism and legacy associated with the iconic football-themed installation near one of India’s largest stadiums.
Salt Lake Stadium, also known as Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, remains a major landmark of Kolkata’s sporting culture and football heritage



