The presentation, which was also attended by Gukesh's parents - EN specialist Dr Rajnikanth, mother Dr Padmavati, a microbiologist, and state Youth Welfare and Sports Development Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin and others, was held at the CM's camp office here, a statement said. Was organized. Told the Chief Minister's Office.
The Tamil Nadu government had given Gukesh Rs 15 lakh before going to the tournament in Canada.
The young chess sensation will compete against the defending champion, Ding Liren of China in the World Championship.
The venue and timing of the tournament have not been decided yet but it is expected to be held in the last quarter of this year. All India Chess Federation Secretary Dev Patel has already said that India will bid for the World Chess Championship.
The Tamil Nadu government had given Gukesh Rs 15 lakh before going to the tournament in Canada.
The young chess sensation will compete against the defending champion, Ding Liren of China in the World Championship.
The venue and timing of the tournament have not been decided yet but it is expected to be held in the last quarter of this year. All India Chess Federation Secretary Dev Patel has already said that India will bid for the World Chess Championship.
