A remarkable 390 young chess players from across Karnataka participated in the championship, competing in 12 age categories. Following intense competition, 24 players (two from each category) earned the honour of representing Karnataka at the National Schools Chess Championship.

The valedictory ceremony was presided over by Dr. Sitarama Bhat, President of Dandatirtha Pratishthana, Kapu. Prizes were presented by Mr. Avinash Shetty, Founder of Affiliens Technology, in the presence of distinguished guests including Mr. Ram Nayak, Mr. Ramesh Kote (Vice President, KSCA), Mr. Siddakrishna (Secretary, Udupi District Chess Association), and other dignitaries.

🏅 Category Winners

U-7: Athreya Raam & Hanvika V Rao
U-9: Gahan C D & Darshvi Rai
U-11: Sragvidha S & Sanvitha A Shetty
U-13: Indrajit Majumdar & Indusheetala
U-15: Aarush Bhat & Aadhya A Shetty
U-17: Krishna & Arushi Severin Helen D Silva

👏 The Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA) congratulates all the winners, medalists, and the 24 players selected to represent Karnataka at the National Schools Chess Championship.

A special appreciation to the organizing team of Sri Narayana Guru School of Chess, the sponsors, volunteers, officials, parents, and participants for making the championship a grand success.

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