Darshvi Rai,AFM Jenil Parmar and Amyra Arora Bring International Glory to Karnataka and India with Multiple Gold and Silver Medals
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA | OCTOBER 6–11, 2026
The Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA) proudly congratulates Karnataka’s young chess talents Darshvi Rai, Amyra Arora, and Mitul K H on their outstanding performances at the Commonwealth Schools Chess Championship 2026, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from October 6 to 11, 2026.
The young players delivered impressive performances across different age categories and formats, winning individual and team medals for India. Their achievements reflect Karnataka’s growing strength in nurturing promising chess talent and making a mark on the international stage.
1. Darshvi Rai — Multiple Medals in the Girls Under-9 Category
Individual Gold in Blitz | Individual Silver in Classical | Three Team Gold Medals for India
Darshvi Rai delivered an exceptional performance in the Girls Under-9 category, demonstrating her versatility and competitive strength across multiple formats.
Her achievements included:
- Individual Silver Medal — Classical Chess, Girls Under-9
- Individual Gold Medal — Blitz Chess, Girls Under-9
- Team Gold Medal — Classical Chess
- Team Gold Medal — Rapid Chess
- Team Gold Medal — Blitz Chess
Darshvi’s individual medals in Classical and Blitz Chess, combined with her contribution to India’s gold-medal-winning teams in Classical, Rapid, and Blitz, made her performance particularly noteworthy.
Her success highlights her ability to compete across different time controls and contribute to India’s achievements in international school chess.
2. Amyra Arora — Unbeaten Champion with Double Gold
Individual Gold and Team Gold | 8/9 Points | Unbeaten Performance
Amyra Arora achieved a remarkable double-gold feat in the Girls Under-9 Classical category, winning both the Individual Gold Medal and Team Gold Medal for India.
Individual Classical Gold Medal
Amyra delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 8 points out of 9 rounds and remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament.
With a combination of consistency, concentration, and strong competitive play, she secured the individual gold medal with one round to spare.
Her unbeaten score of 8/9 underlines the quality of her performance at this prestigious international championship.
Team Gold Medal for India
Amyra also contributed to India’s success in the Girls Under-9 team competition, helping the Indian team secure the Team Gold Medal.
Team India finished ahead of Sri Lanka and Malaysia to claim the top position in the category.
Amyra’s double-gold achievement is a proud milestone for Karnataka chess and a testament to her dedication and developing talent.
3. AFM Jenil Parmar — Double Gold in the Open Under-9 Category
AFM Jenil Parmar, born in 2017 and studying in Bengaluru, Karnataka, achieved an impressive double-gold milestone at the championship in the Under-9 Open category.
His achievements included:
- Individual Gold Medal — Under-9 Open Blitz
- Team Gold Medal — India, Under-9 Open
Jenil demonstrated his chess skills, concentration, and competitive spirit by winning the individual gold medal in Blitz. He also contributed to India’s team gold-medal victory, making his performance a proud moment for Karnataka’s chess fraternity.
His success reflects his dedication, hard work, and passion for chess, supported by the encouragement of his parents and family.
Karnataka’s Contribution to India’s International Chess Success
The performances of Darshvi Rai, Amyra Arora, and Mitul K H highlight the depth of young chess talent emerging from Karnataka.
Their achievements at the Commonwealth Schools Chess Championship 2026 include:
| Player | Category | Individual Achievements | Team Achievements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darshvi Rai | Girls Under-9 | Classical Silver; Blitz Gold | Gold in Classical, Rapid and Blitz |
| Amyra Arora | Girls Under-9 | Classical Gold; unbeaten with 8/9 | Team Gold |
| AFM Jenil Parmar | Open Under-9 | Blitz Gold | Team Gold |
Together, these performances demonstrate the dedication and competitive spirit of Karnataka’s young players at an international championship.
KSCA Congratulates the Young Champions
The Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA) extends its heartfelt congratulations to Darshvi Rai, Amyra Arora, and Mitul K H for their remarkable achievements at the Commonwealth Schools Chess Championship 2026.
Their success reflects their hard work, discipline, and commitment to chess, supported by their families and coaches. Their performances have brought pride to Karnataka and India and serve as an inspiration to aspiring young chess players across the state.
KSCA wishes all three players continued success in their future tournaments and hopes to see them achieve even greater milestones in national and international chess.
Congratulations to Karnataka’s young chess stars for making India proud on the international stage!
— Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA)