Chennai is buzzing with pride as Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin have publicly lauded R. Vaishali for her exceptional performance. She has once again emerged victorious at the FIDE Grand Swiss, one of the most prestigious tournaments in the international chess circuit.
In a jubilant social media post, Chief Minister Stalin personally congratulated Ms. Vaishali. He highlighted her remarkable composure and brilliant play, which not only secured her title defense but also guaranteed her a coveted spot in the upcoming Women’s Candidates Tournament. Mr. Stalin emphasized that this triumph transcends a mere personal milestone; it’s a moment of immense celebration for Chennai, for Tamil Nadu, and for countless young girls across the nation who now see their grandest dreams reflected in Vaishali’s success on the global chess stage.
Echoing the sentiment, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, who also oversees the youth welfare and sports development portfolio, expressed his profound delight. He noted that Ms. Vaishali, a true talent from Chennai, has achieved a rare and remarkable feat by clinching the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss Title. Calling it a proud moment for Indian chess, Mr. Udhayanidhi extended his best wishes to Vaishali, hoping for many more victories in her future tournaments and continued global recognition.