Aarini Lahoty (Indian Student) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Student
Nationality	Indian
Date of Birth	19/09/2019
Age	6 years
Birthplace	Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, India

Latest News about Aarini Lahoty

07/08/2025

Aarini Lahoty, at five years and ten months old, became India's youngest female FIDE-rated chess player with a rating of 1551. She broke the previous record held by Udhriti Bhattacharya, who achieved her rating at six years and four months. This achievement highlights India's strong grassroots system in chess and its consistent production of young talent.

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Bio/Wiki

Known for	Becoming India's and the world's youngest female player in August 2025. Earning FIDE ratings across all three chess formats - classical, rapid, and blitz.

Physical Stats & More

Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Black

Educational Qualification(s)

School	Bluebells International School, New Delhi

Personal Life

Interests	Studying Environmental Science Playing chess Swimming

Relationships & More

Father	Surendar Lahoty
Siblings	1 Brother

Family

Father	Surendar Lahoty
Siblings	1 Brother

Career

Overview	Aarini began her chess journey at the tender age of one. She developed her skills under the guidance of her father, who is also a chess player and coach. In August 2025, Aarini became the first chess player born in 2019 to earn international ratings recognized by the International Chess Federation. She has quickly risen to become the highest-rated player in her age group in India. Aarini's father revealed their unique approach to training at home, ensuring she gained ample practice in various chess formats before participating in official tournaments.
Recent Achievements	Participated in a local tournament in August 2025, winning in the Under-7 category and securing second place in the Under-16 category.
FIDE Rating	1551
FIDE Classical Rating	1553
FIDE Rapid Rating	1550
FIDE Blitz Rating	1498

Favourites

Favorite Chess Piece	White pieces because she enjoys making the first move
Favorite Subject	Environmental Science
Favorite Chess Player	Surendar Lahoty (her father)
Role Model	Divya Deshmukh

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Aarini started her chess training at the age of one by setting up a chessboard.
2. She developed a fascination for chess after watching Magnus Carlsen play online.
3. Her father often describes how Aarini enjoys solving puzzles and challenges.
4. She practices with specific time controls to mimic tournament conditions.
5. She is currently studying in the 1st standard.

Aarini Lahoty Student Indian Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, India