What is Harika Dronavalli's net worth, salary, and brand endorsements?

The net worth of Indian chess grandmaster Harika Dronavalli is estimated to be around $5 million dollars.

Harika Dronavalli in a file photo (Image Credits - Instagram/ @harika.dronavalli)
By Abhiruchi Rout | Sep 26, 2023 | 2 Min Read follow icon Follow Us

Indian chess player Harika Dronavalli is the holder of the esteemed FIDE Grandmaster (GM) title. Her chess journey is enhanced with three bronze medal performances from the Women’s World Chess Championship, achieved in the years 2012, 2015, and 2017. It was in 2007-08 when the Indian government, recognizing her exceptional talent, awarded her the Arjuna Award. A significant achievement in her career came in 2016 when she clinched victory at the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix in Chengdu, China, propelling her to the 5th spot in the FIDE women’s global ranking.

Born on 12 January 1991 in Guntur, Harika Dronavalli‘s early education was at Sri Venkateswara Bala Kuteer school. Initiated into the world of chess at a very young age, she showcased her talent by earning medals in national and world youth championships. NVS Ramaraju, her mentor, played an instrumental role in uplifting her skills. Harika’s grandmaster title made her the second Indian woman, following Koneru Humpy, to achieve this remarkable feat.

The year 2021 saw her winning silver and bronze victories at the FIDE Women’s championships. In 2019, she was bestowed the Padma Shri for her significant contribution to sports. Harika’s prowess led her to gold at the FIDE Grand Prix and notable achievements at the Asian Women Team Championship in the UAE in 2016. In 2015, she performed brilliantly and bagged a Gold in Rome’s Blitz Championship and a Bronze in Sochi.

The year 2014 and earlier years were no less extraordinary. Some of the key highlights include her contribution to the Asian Women Team Chess Championship in 2012 and her remarkable victories in 2011, including her Grandmaster title. In 2010 and 2009, she captained the Indian Women’s Team to her multiple accolades at the III Asian Indoor Games. Harika Dronavalli continues to be an inspiration to many in the world of chess.

Harika Dronavalli’s Net Worth

The net worth of Indian chess grandmaster Harika Dronavalli is estimated to be around $5 million dollars. However, the exact amount is not known.

Harika Dronavalli’s Salary

The Salary of Indian chess grandmaster Harika Dronavalli is not known. However, we will update about the salary once the information is available.

Harika Dronavalli’s Brand Endorsements

Popular Indian chess player Harika Dronavalli has endorsement deals/ partnerships with the following brands/ companies –

  • Radhika Diamonds
  • Haier India, one stop solution for buying home appliances

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