Kanpur: As many as 384 chess players from across India, including international masters, will take part in the inaugural FIDE-rated Open Chess Championship at IIT Kanpur. This event marks the first such rated tournament organized at the institute.
The FIDE-rated Open Chess Championship is set to bring together a diverse field of competitors to IIT Kanpur. With 384 participants hailing from various parts of India, the tournament includes prominent international masters (IMs), highlighting the growing competitive scene in Indian chess.
Organized at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, this first-of-its-kind event underscores the institute's commitment to fostering intellectual and strategic pursuits beyond academics. Chess enthusiasts and players alike will converge for what promises to be a significant gathering in the national chess calendar.
No further details on the schedule or specific rounds have been announced in the available reports, but the inclusion of IMs suggests high-level competition. This championship aligns with broader efforts to promote FIDE-rated events across the country, providing players with opportunities to earn international ratings and experience.
