Samarth J Rao

Samarth J Rao, born on January 1, 1999, in Basrur, Karnataka, is a talented para chess player who has made significant strides in competitions for specially-abled athletes. In 2024, he won the Tata Steel 4th All India Specially-abled Chess Championship, marking his second consecutive championship victory, and achieved a FIDE rating of 1,873 by December, reflecting his growth as a competitive player.