Sports Victory: PM Modi Congratulates Vaishali Rameshbabu and Anandkumar Velkumar for Outstanding Achievements
Vaishali Rameshbabu’s victory in Chess
Indian Grandmaster Vaishali Rameshbabu won the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix swiss title for the second consecutive time.
She secured the title by drawing the challenging final round against former world champion Zhongyi Tan of China.
The final round was held in Samarkand on Monday.
This victory qualified Vaishali for the prestigious Women’s Candidates Tournament, moving her closer to a shot at the Women’s World Chess Championship.
Prime minister Narendra Modi congratulated Vaishali, praising her passion and dedication.
PM Modi tweeted, “Great achievement. Congratulations to Vaishali Rameshbabu. Her passion and dedication are commendable. Best wishes for her upcoming endeavors.”
Anandkumar Velkumar’s gold in Speed Skating
Anandkumar Velkumar won the gold medal in the Senior Men’s 1000m Sprint Speed Skating World championship 2025.
This victory made him India’s first-ever world champion in speed skating.
PM Modi lauded Anand’s courage, speed, and passion, emphasizing the importance of his achievement for inspiring young athletes across India.
Modi said, “Anand’s courage, speed and passion make him India’s first skating world champion. This achievement will inspire countless youth.
Congratulations to him and best wishes for his future endeavors.”
Significance of These Achievements
Both victories highlight the growing prominence of india in global sports arenas beyond cricket.
Vaishali’s consistent performance in chess and Anandkumar’s groundbreaking win in speed skating showcase the dedication of indian athletes in diverse disciplines.
PM Modi’s public congratulations underline the importance of recognizing sporting excellence to motivate youth nationwide.
Looking Ahead
Vaishali Rameshbabu is poised to compete in the Women’s Candidates Tournament, a critical step toward becoming the World Chess Champion.
Anandkumar Velkumar’s landmark win could spur greater interest and development in indian speed skating.
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