Exclusive | Pranesh M, son of anganwadi worker, carrying hopes of India’s record contingent at Chess World Cup

Hailing from Karaikudi, 18-year-old Pranesh M, India’s 79th Grandmaster, defied limited resources to achieve chess stardom. Learning from borrowed books and handwritten notes, his dedication, coupled with the unwavering support of coach RB Ramesh and his parents, propelled him to the Chess World Cup. Pranesh’s journey highlights that talent thrives beyond fancy setups.