Football legend Diego Maradona [ Images ] arrived in Kannur, Kerala [ Images ], to a tumultuous welcome from thousands of football-crazy fans from all over the state.
The Argentine World Cup-winning captain is in the state for Wednesday's inauguration of a new showroom of Boby Chemmanur International Jewellers and Airlines, for which he is the brand ambassador.
- Video: Maradona's helicopter ride to Kannur
On a two-day trip to the state, Maradona arrived by a chartered helicopter from Nedumabassery International airport at Kochi.
Tight security was in place in the city, which saw a festive atmosphere with hundreds of fans pouring in from Kozhikode, Malappuram and Kasargod districts.
About 2000 police personnel were enlisted for security.
Maradona, who led Argentina to a World Cup triumph in 1986, waved to the crowds after landing at Kannur, which has hosted many international and national soccer tournaments.
The FIFA [ Images ] player of the 20th century along with Pele in 2000, had visited India [ Images ] for a function in Kolkata [ Images ] in 2008.
Photograph: Reuters
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