Lanka Ravi

Asian Chess Gold winner, International Master, FIDE Sr Trainer, FIDE Arbiter, Indian Team Member & DGM (HR) Retd ONGC. Organiser and founder member Cyber Chess

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

@Rameshchess @rpraggnachess Superb Performance

[Ramesh RB @Rameshchess]

Congratulations @rpraggnachess Pragg for winning the Norway Chess with an amazing comeback ( 4 wins in a row!). Showed tough character throughout. Proud of you!

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

Hearty Congratulations to @chessvaishali for winning the FIDE candidates 2026 and qualifying for the Women's World Championship! Great Achievement !!

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

@Rameshchess Hearty Congratulations Ramesh! Service above self.

[Ramesh RB @Rameshchess]

100 camps! A huge milestone achieved in such a short span of time. Humbled and honoured to be a part of this wonderful initiative. Educating a curious mind is a noble deed and a huge responsibility. Thanks to everyone involved in making this happen🙏

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

@Rameshchess @Praneshchess Congratulations

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Proud of Arjun Erigaisi for winning the Bronze medal in the open section at the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha. His grit is noteworthy. Wishing him the very best for his future endeavours.

@ArjunErigaisi

[Gautam Adani @gautam_adani]

Unstoppable. Unbreakable. World-Class.

​Heartiest congratulations to @rpraggnachess for conquering the FIDE Circuit 2025 and sealing his spot in the 2026 Candidates! 🇮🇳

History continues to be written by our queens! With @DivyaDeshmukh05, @humpy_koneru and Pragg’s own sister @chessvaishali all qualifying for the Women's Candidates, India has truly arrived at the pinnacle of the sport.

A massive salute also to Coach @Rameshchess, whose masterclass mentorship continues to shape India's champions.

​The future of chess is Indian. Go for glory my champions! The entire nation is rooting for you.

​#Praggnanandhaa #Chess #Candidates2026 #PrideOfIndia #TeamIndia #FIDE

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

@vishy64theking @WacaChess Congratulations! @WacaChess for producing wonderful results under the guidance of Vishy Anand!

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

https://t.co/jRuvV6ZJdg

[Hikaru Nakamura @GMHikaru]

Huge Congrats to @MagnusCarlsen and Ella on the birth of your first baby!

[Ramesh RB @Rameshchess]

Heartfelt thanks and gratitude to @gautam_adani Sir and @AdaniOnline Adani group for supporting @rpraggnachess wholeheartedly and for the care and attention last few years. Mr.Adani never fails to respond to Pragg despite his commitments and always has words of support and encouragement after every tournament irrespective of the outcome.
He spent more than two hours with Pragg, his mother and myself along with his family at his home and we had lunch together. A memorable day.

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

Hearty Congratulations! @chessvaishali and many thanks to TN CM Sir for encouraging Chess Players in a BIG WAY! https://t.co/tZEnt7gFoG

[Viswanathan Anand @vishy64theking]

#MYMODISTORY

When I look back on my journey in chess, certain memories stand out — not just from the board, but from life itself. One of those moments came from Gujarat. Years ago, when I played in Ahmedabad during the National Championship, I had a simple ritual: treating myself to a Gujarati Thali. It was something I cherished, a small joy outside the game. I never imagined that one day, this little detail of my life would be remembered and celebrated by none other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji.

I still recall the moment when, in the middle of a casual conversation, I happened to mention my fondness for Gujarati Thalis to Narendra Modi ji. When he heard this, he immediately smiled and said, “Oh, okay, then let’s go.” Without any formality, he took me to the State Guest House, where we sat down and enjoyed a delicious Gujarati Thali together. He even added warmly, “I want to give you the best Thali you can remember.” For me, it was a humbling and unforgettable gesture—a reminder that true leaders connect with you not just through grand visions, but through such small moments.

What has always inspired me is the balance he brings. On one hand, he is efficient, disciplined, and deeply professional, with his entire team working like clockwork. On the other hand, he is approachable, warm, and often light-hearted—someone who can crack a joke and make you feel at ease. That rare blend of vision and humanity is what makes him truly remarkable.

I also saw his innovative spirit in the world of chess itself. It was Prime Minister Modi ji who suggested that the Chess Olympiad, though separate from the Olympics, should also have its own torch relay. It was a revolutionary idea, and for the very first time, a torch ceremony was introduced to the Chess Olympiad. Today, it has become a proud tradition in our sport, one that the entire world embraces. Soon, chess leaders from across the globe gathered in Delhi for the handover ceremony, a legacy born out of his vision.

For me, @NarendraModi ji is not just a leader of India, but someone who inspires with both heart and mind. Whether through a simple Gujarati meal or a global chess tradition, he leaves behind lessons of humility, innovation, and warmth.
@themodistory

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

Hearty Congratulations to Vaishali Rameshbabu @chessvaishali for Winning the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss and qualifying to Candidates Tournament. Outstanding achievement!

[Lanka Ravi @lankaravi]

Hearty Congratulations to Vaishali Rameshbabu for Winning the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss and qualifying to Candidates Tournament. Outstanding achievement!

[CV Anand IPS @CVAnandIPS]

Sharing this lovely video - please observe the great landing technique taught by nature to a bird with clear application of aerodynamics- Short finals, gears down, thrust reversers activated & Perfect touchdown. Aeroplanes copied it !

[Ramesh RB @Rameshchess]

More than 36 camps have already been completed at @CholaChess since its inception in January 2025. Five camps for different levels of students are taking place currently at the new premises. All the coaches are super impressed with the commitment and dedication shown by the young children towards their chess improvement.

[Viswanathan Anand @vishy64theking]

Congratulations to @Divyadeshmukh05 on winning the World Cup. Becoming GM and a spot in the candidates. Amazing battle of nerves. @humpy_koneru played a very good event and showed a commendable fighting spirit . The great champion she is!
It was a great celebration of Indian chess, particularly Women's chess.

@FIDE_chess

[Ramesh RB @Rameshchess]

Super proud of the two young tigers for tying for first at the Stephan Avegyan memorial at Armenia! @rpraggnachess and @pawnof64squares Pragg and Aravindh!