Chess in India

India's chess scenario is indeed rosy with a bevy of youngsters making it big at the international stage. India is fast emerging as a chess powerhouse thanks to the growing number of International Grandmasters.

With more and more young kids taking to the game, the domestic tournaments have witnessed a healthy competition and a considerable improvement in the overall standard of the game. With young talents giving their older peers a good run for their money, parents are encouraging their wards to consider chess a career option.