Arghyadip Das is an Indian chess player. He is among the players from West Bengal who have earned international titles awarded by the Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE), the world governing body for chess.
Key facts
| Name | Arghyadip Das |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Chess |
| Governing body | FIDE / All India Chess Federation |
Background
India has produced a strong contingent of chess players since the rise of Viswanathan Anand to the world title in 2007. West Bengal in particular has been a long-standing centre for the game, with Kolkata hosting tournaments organised under the auspices of the All India Chess Federation (AICF) and state-level bodies. Arghyadip Das belongs to this generation of Indian players who have competed on the domestic circuit and in FIDE-rated international events.
Career
Das has participated in tournaments rated by FIDE, contributing to the steady growth of titled Indian players. India crossed the milestone of having more than 80 grandmasters in the 2020s, supported by a wider base of International Masters and FIDE Masters competing in open events across the country and abroad.
Significance
Players such as Das form part of the competitive layer below the top-rated Indian grandmasters, sustaining the country's tournament ecosystem. Their participation in national championships, state leagues and open events helps in the development of younger players and in maintaining India's position as one of the leading chess nations.
Related topics
- Chess in India
- All India Chess Federation
- FIDE
- List of Indian chess players
- Viswanathan Anand
- Sport in West Bengal
References
- Wikidata entity: Q27524393
- FIDE Ratings
- All India Chess Federation