Hyderabad Twins Make Chess History with Record-Breaking Master Titles Hyderabad witnessed a historic moment in Indian chess as 10-year-old twins Anay and Amaya Agarwal, students of Indus International School, created history by becoming the youngest twins ever to achieve master titles in the same year and within the shortest time span ever recorded of just 2.5 years.
Anay Agarwal earned the Candidate Master (CM) title, while his twin sister Amaya secured the Women’s Candidate Master (WCM) title. Amaya achieved her title earlier this year, inspiring Anay to push himself further. He subsequently earned his CM title at the European Club Championship in October, competing against strong international opposition and highlighting India’s growing presence on the global chess stage.
Beyond the chessboard, the Hyderabad-born twins exemplify all-round excellence. At Indus International School, they are top academic performers and, for the third consecutive year, have been awarded medals on the Advanced Student Honour Roll for studying two years ahead of grade level in Kumon Mathematics. Both children are accomplished pianists, with Amaya also demonstrating a notable talent for singing. In addition, they actively participate in athletics and badminton.
At home, at school, and in competition, the twins share a spirited sibling rivalry— each constantly motivating the other to improve. This healthy competition has played a key role in shaping their discipline, resilience, and drive for excellence. Their success is the result of a strong support system. The family acknowledges that none of these achievements would have been possible without the unwavering encouragement and guidance of their teachers at Indus International School and their dedicated chess coach from Ekagra Chess Academy, who have played a pivotal role in nurturing both their academic and sporting journeys.
Their journey highlights the values chess instils beyond victories: time management, focus, mental strength, and perseverance. Balancing academics, sports, music, and competitive chess at such a young age is no small feat, yet Anay and Amaya continue to do so with remarkable composure and consistency. As Hyderabad celebrates this landmark achievement, Anay and Amaya Agarwal stand as inspiring symbols of dedication, teamwork, and youthful potential—two siblings, two champions, and truly, two forces of nature.
