15/03/2026
From India’s 1st Grandmaster to the 94th.
A legacy that began with Viswanathan Anand continues through mentors and champions across the country.
Congratulations to Mayank Chakraborty, India’s newest Grandmaster. ♟️
We are proud that GM Swayams Mishra, part of Upstep Academy’s Grandmaster Advisory Panel (GAP), is helping shape the next generation of chess players.
India’s chess story continues.
Please note: _Mayank Chakraborty is not a student of Upstep Academy. We celebrate his achievement as part of India’s inspiring chess journey.
27/02/2026