Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today lauded the historic milestone of India reaching a century of chess Grandmasters, following Anuj Shrivatri achieving the prestigious title.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today lauded the historic milestone of India reaching a century of chess Grandmasters, following Anuj Shrivatri achieving the prestigious title.
Calling the achievement exceptional, the Prime Minister congratulated Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster, describing it as a wonderful feat. He stated that India reaching 100 Grandmasters is a remarkable milestone that reflects the immense talent, dedication, and hard work of the nation's players, as well as the growing popularity of chess among the youth.
The Prime Minister expressed happiness in seeing young chess talents emerging from different parts of the country and making their mark on the global stage, expressing hope that this achievement will inspire many more youngsters to take up chess and pursue excellence.
Strategic Significance & Context
The Prime Minister shared on X:
"India has hit a century in chess!
India is now home to a hundred chess Grandmasters!
Operational Milestones & Policy Directives
Congratulations to Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster! What a wonderful achievement it is.
India reaching 100 Grandmasters is a remarkable milestone that reflects the immense talent, dedication and hard work of our players as well as the growing popularity of chess among our youth.
It is particularly heartening to see young chess talents emerging from different parts of the country and making their mark on the global stage.
Implementation Framework & Field Oversight
May this achievement inspire many more youngsters to take up chess and pursue excellence."
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today lauded the historic milestone of India reaching a century of chess Grandmasters, following Anuj Shrivatri achieving the prestigious title.
Calling the achievement exceptional, the Prime Minister congratulated Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster, describing it as a wonderful feat. He stated that India reaching 100 Grandmasters is a remarkable milestone that reflects the immense talent, dedication, and hard work of the nation's players, as well as the growing popularity of chess among the youth.
Long-Term Impact on National Growth
The Prime Minister expressed happiness in seeing young chess talents emerging from different parts of the country and making their mark on the global stage, expressing hope that this achievement will inspire many more youngsters to take up chess and pursue excellence.
The Prime Minister shared on X:
"India has hit a century in chess!
India is now home to a hundred chess Grandmasters!
Congratulations to Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster! What a wonderful achievement it is.
India reaching 100 Grandmasters is a remarkable milestone that reflects the immense talent, dedication and hard work of our players as well as the growing popularity of chess among our youth.
It is particularly heartening to see young chess talents emerging from different parts of the country and making their mark on the global stage.
May this achievement inspire many more youngsters to take up chess and pursue excellence."
