Chinmaya Vidyalaya set to host mega chess event for students

The Chinmaya Vidyalaya Delhi International Rating Chess Tournament for school students in Delhi-NCR is creating a palpable buzz among students, parents and chess enthusiasts alike. Scheduled from November 01 to 08, the event promises to be a landmark occasion for young chess talent across the region. With over 400 participants expected from nearly 150 schools, the response has been remarkable, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for chess among students.

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What makes this championship historic is that it is the first-ever International Rating tournament held exclusively for school students. Along with this milestone distinction, it also carries an unprecedented prize fund of ₹5 lakh. Experts in the chess fraternity have called it both timely and visionary. Chief Arbiter Amit Sharma says, "A tournament of this scale, with this level of prize money, exclusively for school students, has not happened in Delhi for a very long time." Fellow Arbiter Shardul Sharma added, "This event has the potential to light up the chess landscape in Delhi NCR. Students can view this as a stepping stone toward greater achievements in their chess careers."