New Delhi, July 4 -- Amid a growing online spat with Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, Indian Chess Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi has responded, saying he initially chose to stay silent because "not every conversation deserves a response" but felt compelled to speak out after the situation escalated into what he called a "mockery of his family."

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The controversy began on Doctor's Day (July 1), when Vidit posted a selfie with his father, mother, wife, and sister, captioned: "Happy Doctor's Day to my entire family."

The online row intensified after an X user inquired about the medical specialisations in Vidit Gujrathi's family. Vidit responded, saying, "My father is...