Archive · 6 Jun 2025
PM Modi Sends Letter to Chess Legend Susan Polgar
Susan Polgar, a famous chess player, received a letter from India's Prime Minister Modi.
The letter thanked her for helping young Indian chess players.
She also mentioned a recent victory by Gukesh Dommaraju, an Indian chess player, against Magnus Carlsen.
Polgar noted that the Prime Minister supports chess.
She also pointed out that few world leaders publicly support chess, mentioning Argentina's president as another example.
The article also discusses Gukesh's performance in a chess tournament including a victory, a loss and his ranking.
Susan Polgar received a letter from PM Modi on Republic Day eve 2022.
The letter acknowledged Polgar's work with Indian chess players.
PM Modi congratulated Gukesh Dommaraju on his win against Magnus Carlsen.
Susan Polgar praised PM Modi's dedication to chess and support for players.
Gukesh secured a victory over Carlsen in Norway Chess.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Susan Polgar.
- What
- PM Modi sent a letter to Susan Polgar, congratulating chess players.
- When
- Republic Day eve 2022 and recently (2025)
- Where
- India
- Why
- To acknowledge contributions to Indian chess and congratulate players.
- Recipient of Letter
- Susan Polgar
- Letter From
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Letter Purpose
- Acknowledging Polgar's work with Indian chess
- Event
- Gukesh Dommaraju's victory against Magnus Carlsen in Norway Chess 2025
- Other Leader Mentioned
- Javier Milei, Argentine President