Chandrababu’s Praise for Gukesh Divides Tamil-Telugu Fans!

Within the diversion of chess, each move sparkles calculated responses, much like a later tweet by AP CM Chandrababu Naidu that has set social media buzzing. The Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister saluted Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh on becoming the world's most youthful chess winner at 18, gladly calling him a "Telugu boy." What began as a celebratory note rapidly turned into a battleground of character legislative issues.

Naidu’s tweet read: “Hearty congratulations to our very own Telugu boy, Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh, on scripting history in Singapore by becoming the world's youngest chess champion at just 18! The entire nation celebrates your incredible achievement. Wishing you many more triumphs and accolades in the decades to come! #GukeshDing”. While it aimed to unite, it inadvertently divided.

Tamil netizens were quick to criticize the phrase "Telugu boy," asserting that Gukesh, born and raised in Chennai, is undeniably Tamil. Meanwhile, Telugu users rallied to claim the chess prodigy, citing his Wikipedia page, which references his Telugu roots. This sparked a volley of tweets, with each side passionately debating Gukesh's identity.

As the argument escalates, it reflects a broader narrative of cultural pride and regional loyalty. Gukesh's story is a testament to India's shared brilliance, and while netizens play tug-of-war over his roots, his achievements unite the nation in pride.

Just like a chess game where the final outcome takes time to emerge, this online debate will eventually settle. Perhaps, Gukesh’s next move both on the chessboard and in life will remind everyone that genius transcends borders, and victories are best celebrated together.