New Delhi, Jun 6 (PTI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday congratulated Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa on becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title and the Women’s U18 Hockey Team on winning the Bronze Medal at the Asia Cup.
“Kudos to @rpraggnachess on becoming the Norway Chess Champion 2026,” Shah said in a post on X.
“You have made the nation proud with the victory earned through wholehearted dedication, brilliant moves and strategic thinking. May you continue to inspire our youngsters by bringing home more honours,” he said. Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title with a final-round victory over Germany’s Vincent Keymer in Oslo.
In a separate message, Shah said, “Congratulations to the Women’s U18 Hockey Team on winning the Bronze Medal at the U18 Asia Cup 2026. Your feat will certainly boost the sport and its enthusiasts. Keep the winning streak going.” The Indian hockey team won the bronze medal at the Women’s U18 Asia Cup, registering a convincing 3-0 victory over Korea in the third-place match at Kakamigahara in Japan on Saturday. PTI ABS ASD ASD
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