Daijiworld Media Network - Bhopal

Bhopal, Nov 9: International Master Anuj Shrivatri of Madhya Pradesh has become India's 100th Grandmaster and the first player from the state to achieve the prestigious title after winning the 7th ASEAN Plus Individual Open Chess Championship in the Philippines.

Shrivatri secured the title after scoring seven points in his final eight games, recovering from a defeat in the opening round to complete a remarkable comeback.

His achievement marks a significant milestone for Indian chess, with enthusiasts across the country eagerly awaiting the 100th Grandmaster. Madhya Pradesh has also achieved a long-awaited breakthrough, producing its first Grandmaster.

All India Chess Federation president Nitin Narang congratulated Shrivatri on the achievement, describing it as a historic milestone and a proud moment for Indian chess.

Narang expressed hope that India would go on to produce its 200th Grandmaster in the coming years.