Prime Minister Narendra Modi Hails Indian Chess Teams for Historic Gold Medal Wins at Chess Olympiad

Indian Chess Teams Make History with Gold Medals at Chess Olympiad

In a historic moment for Indian sports, the men’s and women’s Chess teams have clinched gold medals at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the teams for their remarkable achievement, stating that it marks a new chapter in India’s sports trajectory.

The Indian teams made history on Sunday by winning their maiden titles in a rare clean sweep of gold medals. The men’s team defeated Slovenia 3.5-0.5, while the women’s team crushed Azerbaijan with an identical margin in the final round of the 45th edition of the Chess Olympiad.

This victory is particularly significant as only China and the erstwhile Soviet Union have previously won both men’s and women’s gold medals in the same edition of the Chess Olympiad. The Indian men’s team had previously won two bronze medals in 2014 and 2022, while the women’s team had secured a bronze in the 2022 edition held in Chennai.

Prime Minister Modi congratulated the teams on their incredible achievement and expressed hope that their success would inspire future generations of chess enthusiasts to excel in the game. The Prime Minister’s words of encouragement come as a boost to the Indian chess community, highlighting the importance of this historic win.

The Indian Chess teams’ triumph at the Chess Olympiad is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and skill. It is a moment of pride for the nation and a reminder of the potential for greatness that lies within Indian sports. Congratulations to the men’s and women’s Chess teams on their well-deserved gold medals!