Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan hosted the girls' chess championship at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya School No. 1 on Monday. The event marked the 54th National Sports Competition, with participants competing across Under-17 and Under-19 divisions. A total of 216 female chess players arrived from 25 regional zones nationwide. Officials welcomed teams through traditional ceremonies featuring eco-friendly torch lighting and musical performances. Students expressed enthusiasm about representing their respective regions at this national-level tournament.
Assistant Commissioner Meena Joshi served as the chief guest and emphasized sports excellence alongside academic achievement. She highlighted how 25 escorts accompanied the regional delegations to support student participation. Special guest Vishwa Vasanwala addressed competitors before formal proceedings began. The Gujarat chess champion encouraged maximum participation while sharing her experiences from international competitions. Cultural programs entertained audiences as athletes took their competitive pledges.
The PM SHRI initiative spans 834 selected Kendriya Vidyalayas through 2027. This centrally sponsored program aims to develop over 14,500 educational institutions across India. Schools participating in this scheme focus on student welfare and comprehensive development approaches.
Assistant Commissioner Meena Joshi served as the chief guest and emphasized sports excellence alongside academic achievement. She highlighted how 25 escorts accompanied the regional delegations to support student participation. Special guest Vishwa Vasanwala addressed competitors before formal proceedings began. The Gujarat chess champion encouraged maximum participation while sharing her experiences from international competitions. Cultural programs entertained audiences as athletes took their competitive pledges.
The PM SHRI initiative spans 834 selected Kendriya Vidyalayas through 2027. This centrally sponsored program aims to develop over 14,500 educational institutions across India. Schools participating in this scheme focus on student welfare and comprehensive development approaches.
