Chess Prodigy / Dharmendra Pradhan Congratulates Elena Mishra on Historic Chess Feat, Calls “Pride for Odisha”

Bhubaneswar, Sept 3: Sambalpur MP and former Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday lauded the extraordinary achievement of Odisha’s Elena Mishra, who, at just four years old, has become the youngest female chess player to secure a FIDE rating. Calling it a “moment of pride for Odisha,” Pradhan said her dedication and talent will inspire countless young chess aspirants across India.

Elena etched her name in history during the Odisha State Blitz FIDE Rating Open Chess Championship – 2026, where she achieved the milestone that now stands as a world record. Her success has brought Odisha into the global spotlight, reinforcing the state’s growing reputation for nurturing sporting talent.

ଓଡ଼ିଶା ପାଇଁ ଗର୍ବର ମୁହୂର୍ତ୍ତ ।

'ଓଡ଼ିଶା ଷ୍ଟେଟ୍ ବ୍ଲିଜ୍ ଫିଡେ ରେଟିଂ ଓପନ୍ ଚେସ୍ ଚାମ୍ପିଅନ୍‌ସିପ୍ - ୨୦୨୬'ରେ ମାତ୍ର ୪ ବର୍ଷ ବୟସରେ ଫିଡେ ରେଟିଂ ହାସଲ କରି ସବୁଠାରୁ କମ୍ ବୟସ୍କା ମହିଳା ଚେସ୍ ଖେଳାଳି ଭାବେ ବିଶ୍ୱ ରେକର୍ଡ କରିଥିବା ଓଡ଼ିଶାର ଏଲେନା ମିଶ୍ରଙ୍କୁ ଆନ୍ତରିକ ଶୁଭେଚ୍ଛା। ଏଲେନାଙ୍କ ଏହି ସଫଳତା ସମଗ୍ର ଭାରତୀୟ ଚେସ୍… pic.twitter.com/UjE84xjBKr

— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) September 3, 2026

Pradhan, in his congratulatory message, emphasized that Elena’s feat is not only a personal triumph but also a matter of honour for the Indian chess fraternity. He noted that her brilliance and perseverance will motivate budding players across the nation, strengthening India’s presence in the international chess arena.

Odisha State Blitz FIDE Rating Open Chess Championship – 2026

The championship, held in Odisha, is a prestigious event that draws both emerging and seasoned players. Known for its competitive spirit and professional standards, the tournament provides a platform for young talents to showcase their skills. Elena’s historic performance has elevated its stature further, underlining Odisha’s role in promoting chess at the grassroots level.
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Elena Mishra’s journey at such a tender age reflects the promise of a bright future. Her record-setting success is expected to inspire a new generation of players, reaffirming India’s position as a rising force in global chess.