Famous Indian Chess Players

Over the years India has been churning out prodigious chess players. With the emergence of a host of talented newcomers, India no longer needs to look up to the inimitable Viswanathan Anand alone for international glory.

Long back in the 1960s, with chess yet to find a firm footing in India, Manuel Aaron became the first Indian to earn the International Master title. After a brief lull, the emergence of players like Dibyendu Barua and Anand saw India becoming a major chess power.

Anand's exploits at the big stage have inspired a whole generation of young Indian chess players to aspire for success at the highest level. With players like Harikrishna, Koneru Humpy and Parimarjan Negi calling the shots in international chess, the picture indeed looks rosy for Indian chess.