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Mother quit job, son scripts history: How Mayank, 16, became Northeasts 1st GM

Sixteen-year-old Mayank Chakraborty has made history as the first Grandmaster from Assam and Northeast India. His landmark achievement in Sweden follows years of immense sacrifice, including his mother, Dr. Monomita Chakraborty, resigning from her medical career to support his journey. While celebrated as Indias 94th GM, Mayanks family now seeks government and corporate backing to sustain his elite professional career.

15 Mar 2026 3:33 pm