PM Modi congratulates Vaishali Rameshbabu on FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss title

PM Modi congratulated Grandmaster Vaishali Rameshbabu for winning the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss for the second time and qualifying for the Candidates tournament. He also lauded Anandkumar Velkumar for becoming India’s first World Champion in skating with a gold medal.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Vaishali Rameshbabu on winning the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss, and said her passion and dedication are exemplary.

The Indian Grandmaster won the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss for the second time in a row and made it to the women’s Candidates tournament after a hard-fought draw against former world champion Zhongyi Tan of China in the 11th and final round in Samarkand on Monday.

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In a post on X, Modi said, “Outstanding accomplishment. Congrats to Vaishali Rameshbabu. Her passion and dedication are exemplary. Best wishes for her future endeavours.” In another post, lauding a sporting achievement, Modi said he was proud of Anandkumar Velkumar for winning the gold at the Senior Men’s 1000m Sprint in the Speed Skating World Championships 2025.

He said, “His grit, speed and spirit have made him India’s first World Champion in skating. His accomplishment will inspire countless youngsters. Congratulations to him and best wishes for all future endeavours.”