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PM Modi hails India's chess revolution as Anuj Shrivatri takes nation to 100 Grandmasters
Published: 10/11/26 08:28
New Delhi | India
New Delhi, Nov 10 (UNI) India has reached a historic milestone in chess, producing its 100th Grandmaster and further consolidating its position among the world's leading chess-playing nations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated young chess player Anuj Shrivatri on achieving the distinction, describing the landmark as a testament to the country's extraordinary talent, dedication and growing passion for the game. Celebrating the achievement in a post on social media platform X, Modi declared, "India has hit a century in chess! Exceptional, isn't it? India is now home to a hundred chess Grandmasters!" Congratulating Shrivatri on becoming the country's…