Chhattisgarh State Chess Association Organizes State Sub Junior/Under-15 Boys and Girls FIDE Rated Chess Championship

Strategic Insights -

The Chhattisgarh State Chess Association is hosting the State Sub Junior/Under-15 Boys and Girls FIDE Rated Chess Championship from July 17 to 20 at Agrasen Bhawan, Sector 6, Bhilai. The tournament, organized under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation, has gained international recognition from FIDE and has attracted a record number of 210 participants from 18 districts across Chhattisgarh, including remote areas like Surguja and Bastar divisions. The competition will be conducted under the guidance of General Secretary Vinod Rathi and will feature 158 boys and 52 girls, with 53 FIDE rated players.

Key Takeaways:

  • The championship is being organized by the Chhattisgarh State Chess Association under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation.
  • The tournament has gained international recognition from FIDE and has attracted a record number of 210 participants from 18 districts across Chhattisgarh.
  • The competition will feature 158 boys and 52 girls, with 53 FIDE rated players.
  • The tournament will be conducted under the guidance of General Secretary Vinod Rathi and will feature a seasoned panel of chess arbiters, including Chief Arbiter Alankar Bhivgade.
  • The championship will offer attractive prizes, including Rs 6,000 cash and a trophy for the first prize winner, and Rs 2,000 and a memento for the 5th prize winner.
  • All participants will receive e-certificates and medals as a token of appreciation.

Statistics:

  • 210 participants have registered for the championship from 18 districts across Chhattisgarh.
  • 158 boys and 52 girls will participate in the competition.
  • 53 FIDE rated players will compete in the championship.
  • The tournament will be played for 9 rounds following standard Swiss format rules.
  • The championship will offer attractive prizes, including:

+ 1st prize: Rs 6,000 cash and a trophy.

+ 2nd prize: Rs 5,000 cash.

+ 3rd prize: Rs 4,000 cash.

+ 4th prize: Rs 3,000 cash and a trophy.

+ 5th prize: Rs 2,000 cash and a memento.

Sources:

  • The Hitavada, July 16, 2025 (distributed by Contify.com).