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Currently ranked World No. 16 in women's chess with a live rating of 2475 (November 2024), Vaishali's achievements are impressive. In 2023, she won the FIDE Women's Grand Swiss title, securing her place in the 2024 Women's Candidates Tournament.
Vaishali's story extends beyond her tournament wins. In 2023, she became India's third woman Grandmaster, joining an elite group of leading players in Indian chess. In the same year, he was awarded the Arjuna Award by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Indian sports. In 2024, he played a key role in the victory of India's Olympiad team, the biggest achievement of his career so far.
Describing her approach to the game as “aggressive”, Vaishali said, “I have played some good aggressive games,” according to a release from Norway Chess Women 2025. His dynamic style, defined by bold strategies and relentless pressure on his opponents, has earned him praise from players and fans alike. The excitement over his return is shared by the tournament organisers. “Vaishali's return underlines the potential of Norway Chess Women as a premier platform for world-class female players,” said Kjell Madland, Founder, President and Tournament Director of Norway Chess. “Her adventurous playing style, resilience and recent achievements bring energy and anticipation to our second Norway Chess Women's Edition,” he said in the release. (ANI)
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