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Assam’s Mayank Chakraborty Becomes Northeast India’s First Grandmaster
- 18 Mar 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Mayank Chakraborty, a 16-year-old from Assam, became the first-ever Grandmaster (GM) from Northeast India and India’s 94th GM in March 2026.
Key Points:
- Historic Achievement: He is the first Grandmaster from the Northeast region, marking a breakthrough for the region in international chess.
- He achieved his third and final GM norm at an international tournament in Stockholm, fulfilling all requirements set by FIDE.
- India’s 94th Grandmaster: His achievement adds to India’s rapidly growing list of Grandmasters, reflecting the country’s rising stature in global chess.
- Early Life: Born in Guwahati, Assam, Mayank showed early promise in chess and rose through national and international youth championships.
- He had earlier earned the International Master (IM) title, which is a prerequisite step toward achieving the GM title.
- Family Support: His journey highlights strong parental support, especially his mother’s sacrifice in prioritising his training and career.
- Mentorship: He trained under experienced coaches and received guidance from the All Assam Chess Association, which played a key role in his development.
- Significance: This milestone puts Northeast India on the global chess map and may lead to increased participation and recognition of talent from the region.
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