EXPOSED! Kerala govt said they won't spend on inviting Messi, RTI reply says differently

The Kerala government's plan to bring Lionel Messi to Kerala has sparked controversy. Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman's Spain trip, costing Rs 13 lakh, contradicts earlier assurances that no public funds would be used for the invitation. Despite the minister's efforts and Argentina's popularity in Kerala, the visit is now unlikely due to scheduling issues.