At only five years old, Aarini Lahoty from Delhi stands out as India’s top-rated chess player in her age category, boasting an impressive FIDE rating of 1551. Introduced to the game by her father-coach, Surendar Lahoty, Aarini’s chess journey began as a toddler, now excelling in higher age groups. Balancing academics, chess, and play, her aspiration is to become India’s youngest IM and GM. Aarini’s early exposure and dedication set her apart, propelling her to new heights in the chess world.