India’s younger chess Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa and his dad and mom met with India’s Primer Minister Narendra Modi at his residence on Thursday. The 18-year-old sensation confirmed his just lately received Silver medal to Modi and clicked just a few footage in a memorable assembly.
Praggnanandha made each Indian proud after reaching the Chess World Cup 2023 ultimate after beating among the largest names on this planet. He grew to become India’s youngest and solely second Grandmaster to succeed in the ultimate of the Chess World Cup the place he confronted a disappointing defeat towards the world no.1 Magnus Carlsen within the tiebreaker spherical. However his achievements within the match have been exhausting to overlook as India celebrated his Silver medal proudly.
Chennai-born Praggnanandhaa arrived in India on Wednesday the place he acquired a grand welcome from followers at Chennai airport. He was fast to showcase his success to the Indian Primer Minister as he arrived in Delhi along with his dad and mom. After the assembly, he shared just a few footage on his X (previously Twitter) web page the place Modi was checking his medal and having a chat along with his dad and mom.
“It was an awesome honour to satisfy Hon’ble Prime Minister @narendramodi at his residence! Thanks sir for all of the phrases of encouragement to me and my dad and mom,” R Praggnanandhaa wrote in his Twitter publish.
PM Modi additionally shared Praggnanandhaa’s Tweet and stated, “Had very particular guests at 7, LKM at the moment. Delighted to satisfy you, @rpragchess together with your loved ones. You personify ardour and perseverance. Your instance exhibits how India’s youth can conquer any area. Pleased with you!”
On Wednesday, Praggnanandhaa additionally met with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and the state’s Sports activities Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin in Chennai after greeting hundreds of followers upon his arrival in India.
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