Atishi Responds to Tania Sachdev’s Concerns about Lack of Recognition for Chess Players in Delhi
Female Grandmaster Tania Sachdev’s call for recognition of chess players in Delhi has sparked a response from Chief Minister Atishi. Sachdev, a three-time Commonwealth women’s chess champion, expressed her disappointment at not being acknowledged by the state government despite her numerous achievements on the world stage.
In a meeting with Atishi, Sachdev highlighted the lack of recognition for chess players in Delhi and emphasized the importance of honoring and promoting talented athletes. She shared her frustration at the state government’s failure to acknowledge her accomplishments, including winning a historic Olympic gold in chess.
Atishi responded to Sachdev’s concerns by promising to meet with her and discuss how to better support chess players in the city. She expressed her eagerness to hear Sachdev’s ideas and suggestions for promoting chess and ensuring that athletes receive the recognition they deserve.
Sachdev expressed gratitude for Atishi’s response and expressed hope that the meeting would be productive in addressing the issues faced by chess players in Delhi. She looks forward to sharing her ideas with the Chief Minister and working together to promote chess in the city.