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Parimarjan Negi: Biography, Achievements & Lasting Legacy

Parimarjan Negi (born 9 February 1993) is an Indian chess grandmaster. He achieved the grandmaster title at the age of 13 years, 4 months, and 20 days, which made him the second youngest grandmaster in history at the time. As of June 2025, he is the ninth youngest player to achieve this feat.

Negi is an Indian and Asian champion. He played on the top board for the bronze medal-winning Indian team in the 2014 Chess Olympiad in Tromsø, Norway.

Life and Career

He was granted the Arjuna Award in 2010 by the Government of India.

Key Facts

Legacy and Impact

The influence of Parimarjan Negi extends far beyond his own lifetime. He fundamentally shaped sports and human performance, and his records and competitive achievements remain foundational to this day.

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Parimarjan Negi remains one of the most celebrated minds to emerge from India, a testament to the rich intellectual heritage of the region.

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