Mon Sep 23 06:12:02 UTC 2024: ## India Wins Double Gold at Chess Olympiad 2024: PM Modi, CM Naidu Congratulate Winners
**Chennai, India:** In a historic moment for Indian chess, the Indian men’s and women’s teams secured gold medals at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary. Both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu extended their congratulations to the victorious teams.
“A new chapter is being written in the Indian sporting arena,” said Prime Minister Modi, expressing his joy at the achievement. “This victory will inspire future generations and pave the way for more people to embrace chess as a career. My best wishes to each and every winner.”
Chief Minister Naidu also praised the team’s success, particularly highlighting the contributions of Telugu champions Dronavalli Harika and Pentala Harikrishna. “India is proud of our chess champions who have brought home double gold medals at the Chess Olympiad 2024,” he tweeted. “Our Telugu champions are a source of immense pride for the state.”
The double gold victory marks a significant milestone for Indian chess, showcasing the country’s rising dominance in the sport. The victory is expected to boost the popularity of chess in India and encourage more youngsters to pursue the game.
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