Exclusive | Parents' sleepless nights, coding, and chess: India gets 89th GM in Rohith

Rohith Krishna S, a 19-year-old from Chennai, has become India's 89th Grandmaster, achieving his final GM norm at the Almaty Region Open. His journey, fueled by family support and sacrifices, involved countless hours of practice and international tournaments. Rohith now balances chess with his computer science studies, setting his sights on a 2600 rating and ultimately, the world championship.