The Adani International School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, organized the ISSO National Games Chess Competition 2025, a two-day event showcasing strategic gameplay and sportsmanship. The competition saw participation from over 370 students representing more than 80 schools from across 10 Indian states. With over 650 attendees, including parents, coaches, and supporters, the event fostered a strong sense of community.
The tournament was divided into four age categories: Under 11, Under 14, Under 17, and Under 19. Players displayed their strategic prowess and composure throughout the intense competition.
Namrata Adani, promoter of Adani International School, attended the opening ceremony and interacted with the students. Bhavesh Patel, former secretary of the Gujarat State Chess Association, and Grandmaster Ankit Rajpara were also present to encourage the young players.
Indian chess is currently experiencing a resurgence, with young talents like R. Praggnanandhaa and D. Gukesh challenging the world’s top players. This success at the international level is rooted in the strong school-level chess ecosystem, where tournaments like this one at Adani International School offer crucial experience to young players.
By providing such platforms, India is cultivating a system that prepares players for global tournaments, nurturing future champions from schools nationwide.
The event reinforced Adani International School’s commitment to integrating sports with intellectual development. Awards were presented in all categories at the closing ceremony. Chhatrbhuj Narsi School, Mumbai, won the overall championship, while Indus International School, Hyderabad, was the runner-up.
Medal winners included:
Under-11 (Boys):
1st: Ayanraj Kottapally (Srinidhi International School)
2nd: Anay Agarwal (Indus International School Hyderabad)
3rd: Ahaan Kataruka (Neeta Mukesh Ambani Junior School)
Under 11 (Girls):
1st: Amaya Agarwal (Indus International School Hyderabad)
2nd: Tisha Byadwal (Jayshree Periwal Global School)
3rd: Mrinmayi Daware (HVB Global Academy)
Under-14 (Boys):
1st: Nirvan Neerav Shah (Don Bosco International School)
2nd: Amay Jain (Rockwoods International School)
3rd: Udbhav Sharma (Neerja Modi School)
Under-14 (Girls):
1st: Nayesha Khandelwal (Neerja Modi School)
2nd: Aadya Reddy (Konda The Gaudium School)
3rd: Shreya Tirthani (Bharati Vidyapeeth Ravindranath Tagore School of Excellence)
Under-17 (Boys):
1st: Aman George Thomas (Vidyaashilp Academy)
2nd: Aditya Kunal Patil (Dhirubhai Ambani International School)
3rd: Devansh Khandelwal (Scottish High International School)
Under-17 (Girls):
1st: Hasita Reddy Patelu (Manchester Global School)
2nd: Ananya Khandelwal (JBCN International School, Parel)
3rd: Suhani Lohia (Dhirubhai Ambani International School)
Under-19 (Boys):
1st: Sparsh Sarawogi (Indus International School, Bangalore)
2nd: Ayan Singhvi (Jayshree Periwal International School)
3rd: Kabir Tandon (Indus International School, Bangalore)
Under-19 (Girls):
1st: Jhalak Byadwal (Jayshree Periwal Global School)
2nd: Dhyan Doshi (Aditya Birla World Academy)
3rd: Neva Manchal (Sanjay Ghodawat International School)
About Adani International School:
Adani International School provides a global learning experience with future-ready educational applications. It incorporates experiential learning with technology, fostering life skills in students. The school focuses on holistic education to cultivate responsible, happy, and purposeful citizens. Experienced teachers from prestigious institutions guide students through teaching processes that help them develop essential personality traits, ensuring success in all aspects of life.