Rajeswari Aiyappan, a sixth-standard student at Amrita Vidyalayam in Mysuru, won second place representing Karnataka at the National School Chess U-11 Girls Tournament in Guwahati, Assam. She scored 7 points across 9 rounds. The achievement follows her 2024 victory in the Karnataka State Championship for U-9 girls.
Rajeswari Aiyappan, a 6th standard student from Amrita Vidyalayam in Mysuru, has earned second place at the National School Chess U-11 Girls Tournament, which took place recently in Guwahati, Assam. Representing Karnataka, she accumulated 7 points over 9 rounds, showcasing her skill in the competitive field of youth chess. This success marks a significant milestone in her young career, building on her previous triumph in the Karnataka State Championship for the U-9 Girls category in 2024. Looking ahead, Rajeswari is set to compete in the Asian Schools Chess Championship and the World Schools Chess Championship later this year, offering further opportunities to represent her state on international stages. The tournament in Guwahati highlighted emerging talents from across India, with Rajeswari's performance standing out among participants in the under-11 girls' division.