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Anuj Shrivatri from Madhya Pradesh has become India's 100th chess Grandmaster, achieving the title by winning the 7th ASEAN Plus Individual Open Chess Championship. This milestone marks the first time a Grandmaster has emerged from Madhya Pradesh. The achievement is significant for Indian chess, as it follows the recent rise of other Grandmasters, including VS Rathanvel in July. The All India Chess Federation (AICF) President, Nitin Narang, congratulated Shrivatri, highlighting the importance of this achievement for Indian chess and expressing hope for reaching 200 Grandmasters in the future.
Shrivatri, who was born in 2004, began the tournament with a loss but recovered to finish with seven points, securing the title. This accomplishment not only highlights the growing strength of India's chess talent but also opens a new chapter for Madhya Pradesh in the chess world.
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