Sun Dec 29 22:03:00 UTC 2024: ## Indian Chess Grandmaster Koneru Humpy Wins FIDE Women’s World Rapid Championship

**Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, December 30, 2024** – Koneru Humpy has made India proud by winning the FIDE Women’s World Rapid Chess Championship 2024. The Grandmaster defeated Indonesia’s Irine Kharisma Sukandar in the eleventh round to secure her second world title.

High-ranking officials across Andhra Pradesh have offered their congratulations. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu hailed Humpy’s victory as “a proud moment for India,” while HRD Minister Nara Lokesh lauded her “grit, determination, and skill.” Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan called her a “true queen of chess,” and Sports Minister Ramprasad Reddy praised her extraordinary determination and urged her to inspire future generations. Governor S. Abdul Nazeer also extended his congratulations, stating that the nation is proud of her achievement.

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