Today the number of chess fans, according to official statistics, is approximately 700 million. I am sure that your energy, experience and your huge love of chess will consolidate and increase this impressive result.
Allow me to congratulate you, the members of the FIDE Presidential Board and all lovers of this most intellectual game on the International Day of Chess. We heartily wish all chess players interesting matches, success, good health and new achievements in your favourite game!"
Also, the head of the Republic of Ingushetia, Yunus-Bek Evkurov congratulated the FIDE President by telegram:
“Dear Kirsan Nikolayevich! I cordially congratulate you on the International Day of Chess.
Chess is an ancient and wise game that brings people together from all over the planet. It is not only the most intellectual sport; it is also an important part of world culture. You have made a huge contribution to the development of this world and to the progress of Russian chess through your active deeds during your tenure as the President of FIDE. 
On this auspicious day, please accept my sincere wishes of good health, happiness, prosperity, success and good luck in all your endeavours and undertakings!”
Finally, the Mayor of Lviv (Ukraine), Andrey Sadovy sent his kind words addressed to Kirsan Ilyumzhinov:
"Dear Mr. President! On the occasion of the International Day of Chess, please accept our sincere congratulations and wishes of well-being, peace, countless years of prosperity and success.
At same time, I would like to wish you and your colleagues from the International Chess Federation good health, vitality, self-confidence and new achievements.
Let me take this opportunity to assure you, Mr. President, of my highest regard for you. I wish you success and endurance in the continuation of your activity.