From PM Modi Meeting to Arun Jaitley Stadium Event: What Makes Messi’s Delhi Visit Important

New Delhi: Among the most respected names in the world of football, Lionel Messi comes at the top. The same Messi is coming to Delhi on Monday. This will be his last stop on his India tour. An atmosphere has already been created to welcome him in the capital, and preparations are being completed rapidly at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. This day is being considered no less than a festival for sports lovers.

Messi had earlier reached Mumbai on Sunday afternoon. Very strict security arrangements were made for them there. Officials said that they were given the same security as is given during the World Cup. Mumbai was the second stop in the four-city India tour, and now the tour is at its final stage in Delhi.

How will Messi's day start in Delhi?

Messi will reach Delhi around 10:45 am on Monday morning. He will go directly to the hotel from the airport. A meet-and-greet session of about 50 minutes has been organized here. During this time, the organizers, some special guests, and people associated with sports will meet him. It is believed that the atmosphere here will be completely informal and friendly.

Why is meeting Prime Minister Modi special?

After the hotel program, Messi will go to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence. There is likely to be a conversation between the two for about 20 minutes. This meeting is not being considered just a formal event; rather, it is being seen as a glimpse of the relations between India and the world through sports.

Which big names will Messi meet?

After this, Messi will go to an MP's house, where he will meet Argentina's Ambassador to India Mariano Augustin Cosino. Apart from this, he will also meet Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi. These meetings are being considered as a step related to respect and harmony.

What will happen in Arun Jaitley Stadium?

After the completion of the formal programs of the day, Messi will reach Arun Jaitley Stadium at around 3:30 pm. He will be warmly welcomed here. There will be a musical performance, and then some Indian celebrities will be seen playing a friendly football match on the field. Messi himself will go to the field and meet the players.

What is special for children?

Special arrangements have also been made for children in the stadium. There will be a football clinic for 22 children, where Messi will tell them the intricacies of the game. After this, there will be a short but emotional moment in the middle of the field when two Indian cricketers will give him a gift, and in return, Messi will hand him his signed jersey.

What are the arrangements regarding traffic?

In view of Messi's program, Delhi Traffic Police has imposed traffic restrictions in Central Delhi from 10 am to 5 pm. There will be no parking around the stadium, and people have been appealed to come by metro or bus.

Overall, this day of Messi in Delhi is not just an event but is going to be full of memorable moments.