Anish Sarkar: How India’s Chess Prodigy Became The World’s Youngest FIDE-Rated Player

West Bengal chess prodigy Anish Sarkar made history in November 2024 when he became the world’s youngest FIDE-rated chess player at just three years, eight months and 19 days old. He earned a FIDE rating of 1555, setting a remarkable milestone in Indian chess.

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) celebrated his achievement in a social media post, highlighting his record-breaking feat and expressing optimism about the future of Indian chess.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 #𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐬♟️ 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫, 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐚𝐫!🥳

At just 3⃣ years, 8⃣months & 1⃣9⃣ days, Anish Sarkar earns his #FIDE rating of 1555 & makes history as the youngest rated chess player.

The future of #IndianChess is bright🌟 !

#IndianSports #AnishSarkar

— SAI Media (@Media_SAI) November 2, 2024

Anish’s accomplishment earned national recognition. President Droupadi Murmu presented him with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024, honouring his exceptional achievement at such a young age.

Following the award ceremony, Anish interacted with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting brought further attention to the young chess player’s achievement and the potential of India’s emerging sporting talent.

Chess requires concentration, strategic thinking and patience.

Anish’s early success has drawn attention to the abilities of young Indian players and their potential to compete on the international stage.

By earning a FIDE rating before turning four and receiving one of the country’s prestigious honours for children, Anish has established a significant milestone in Indian chess. His journey highlights how exceptional talent can gain recognition at a remarkably young age.

Chess enthusiasts will be keen to follow his progress as he develops his skills and pursues further achievements.

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