Published 14:27 IST, April 22nd 2024
Chennai's chess nursery: The learning ground for Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa
Visitors can discover glimpses of Chennai's burgeoning chess culture even on a leisurely stroll through the city, such as the Napier Bridge adorned like a chess board, building murals, and coaching advertisements. However, the city's chess revolution is being driven by Velammal Institutions.
![D Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa](https://img.republicworld.com/tr:w-800,h-450,q-75,f-auto/rimages/gukeshpraggrdmz91000x643-171377623021216_9.webp)
D Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2023 | Image:
Lennart Ootes/Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2023
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14:27 IST, April 22nd 2024