Mamata congratulates Bengal's two kids for winning medals in FIDE Chess tournament in Georgia
"Congratulations to our two boys from Bengal, Sarbartho Mani and Oishik Mondal, for their fabulous international success in Chess at Batumi, Georgia," she said.
" We are proud of the two young chess stars as Sarbartho Mani clinches the Gold and Oishik Mondal brings home the Silver in the (under 10 category of) World Cup Championship organised by FIDE (World Chess Federation).
" Your outstanding achievements on the global stage are an inspiration to all of us. Wishing you both continued success in your journey ahead! " the CM said.
The amazing moment for Bengal was when Sarbartho Mani won the Gold medal at the FIDE World Cup Cadets 2025 Under-10 Open.
Sarbartho drew both of his classical games against compatriot Oishik Mondal. Then he won both Rapid tie-break games to win the Gold!
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