World chess champion Viswanathan
Anand was given a fitting reception when he returned home to
Chennai after winning the World Chess title bout at Sofia on May
11.
Anand, 40 and his wife Aruna Anand returned at 11 45 pm in the
night by flight from Frankfurt on May 23.
A gathering of over 100 children, and an equal number of fans
came despite the midnight arrival.
D.V. Sundar, Honorary Secretary of the All India Chess
Federation, K. Muralimohan, General Secretary, Tamil Nadu State
Chess Association, the three district secretaries and other
chess officials were present.
On Anand's side, his parents Viswanathan and Susheela
Viswanathan were also there.
D.V.Sundar garlanded Anand and Muralimohan offered a shawl.
Anand barely exchanged a few words with the media.
Last time many people could not see Anand after the 2008 match
return as the crowd were plenty and CISF men advised and took
away Anand in a car. This time it was close to that but a few
chess people could get close to Anand. The best reception was
the 2000 one when TNSCA was provided exclusive space in the
airport to have the reception.
Anand appeared cheerful. When asked to pose with the trophy
Anand replied "Nijamavee kondu varavillai (means: really did not
bring the trophy.) I have the medal," he said.
Anand will be in India attending various felicitation ceremonies
across India.
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advance. We therefore request all the organizers / State chess
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organize any FIDE rating events, 45 days in advance to All India
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