Swapan Sadhan Bose, a prominent Indian football administrator and former member of parliament, has died in Kolkata at the age of 79 following a cardiac arrest. Widely known as 'Tutu Babu,' Mr Bose passed away late on Tuesday at a private hospital where he had been undergoing treatment for multiple health complications. A towering figure in Kolkata’s sporting landscape, he served for decades in various capacities at Mohun Bagan Super Giant, one of India’s most storied football clubs. During his tenure, he played a key role in modernising the club and guiding its transition into the professional era of Indian football. Under his leadership, Mohun Bagan adopted a more global outlook, including the recruitment of international players, strengthening its competitive standing in Indian football. Beyond sports, Mr Bose also had a political career, serving as a Rajya Sabha MP representing West Bengal. His influence extended internationally as well.…