Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya honored chess champions Divya Deshmukh and Koneru Humpy on Friday. Both players achieved remarkable success at the FIDE Women's World Cup 2025 held in Batumi, Georgia. Deshmukh created history by becoming the first Indian woman to capture this prestigious title. The 19-year-old from Nagpur also earned her Grandmaster status, making her the country's 88th GM and fourth Indian woman to reach this milestone. Humpy participated in the ceremony through virtual means.
The tournament featured an unprecedented all-Indian final between these two talented players. Deshmukh defeated the experienced Humpy in a decisive tiebreak after their classical games ended in draws. The minister praised both athletes for inspiring future generations to pursue chess. He emphasized the government's commitment to developing sports infrastructure across the nation. India prepares to host the upcoming FIDE Men's World Cup 2025 in Goa during October.
The tournament featured an unprecedented all-Indian final between these two talented players. Deshmukh defeated the experienced Humpy in a decisive tiebreak after their classical games ended in draws. The minister praised both athletes for inspiring future generations to pursue chess. He emphasized the government's commitment to developing sports infrastructure across the nation. India prepares to host the upcoming FIDE Men's World Cup 2025 in Goa during October.
