TOISA 2025 para chess nominees honoured

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The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2025, in its eighth edition on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow, recognises nominees in the para chess category for their achievements in 2025.

TOISA 2025 continues to celebrate sports excellence across categories, with para chess nominees honoured for their contributions to inclusive competition in India.

This recognition highlights the rising profile of para chess, aligning with TOISA's mission to spotlight achievements in 2025. While specific nominees are yet to be detailed publicly, the category underscores efforts to promote para sports alongside others like tennis.

The ceremony in Lucknow will feature these stories, inspiring broader participation in adaptive sports. TOI Sports Desk provides ongoing coverage of TOISA 2025 developments.

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