Adani International School Hosts Thrilling ISSO National Games Chess Competition 2025
Excitement filled the air at Adani International School in Shantigram, Ahmedabad, as they pulled off the ISSO National Games Chess Competition 2025. This two-day chess tournament drew over 370 talented young players from more than 80 schools across 10 states in India. The event turned the campus into a buzzing center of strategy, focus, and sportsmanship, with over 650 people joining in—including eager parents, dedicated coaches, and cheering supporters.
Young chess enthusiasts showcased their skills in four exciting age categories: Under-11, Under-14, Under-17, and Under-19. These high-stakes games gave students a real chance to shine under pressure and build their chess prowess.
The opening ceremony kicked off with a special touch from Namrata Adani, Promoter of Adani International School. She chatted with the participants, boosting their confidence and setting a positive vibe. Chess experts Bhavesh Patel, former Secretary of the Gujarat State Chess Association and Vice-President of the All India Chess Federation, and Grandmaster Ankit Rajpara also spoke. They shared inspiring stories from their careers, motivating the kids to aim high in the world of chess.
After two days of nail-biting matches, Chatrabhuj Narsee School from Mumbai grabbed the Overall Champion title. Indus International School from Hyderabad came in as the proud Runners-Up. School officials highlighted how events like this are fueling India’s chess boom. With rising stars like R Praggnanandhaa and D Gukesh making waves globally, these school-level chess tournaments play a key role in grooming the next generation of Indian chess champions.
The closing ceremony wrapped up with a bang, as organizers handed out medals to celebrate top performers in every category. Here’s a quick look at the winners in the ISSO National Chess Competition 2025:
Under-11 Winners:
Boys: 1. Ayaanraj Kottapally (Shreenidhi International School), 2. Anay Agarwal (Indus International School, Hyderabad), 3. Ahaan Kataruka (Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School)
Girls: 1. Amaya Agarwal (Indus International School, Hyderabad), 2. Teesha Byadwal (Jayshree Periwal Global School), 3. Mrunmayee Daware (HVB Global Academy)
Under-14 Winners:
Boys: 1. Nirvaan Nirav Shah (Don Bosco International School), 2. Amay Jain (Rockwoods International School), 3. Udbhav Sharma (Neerja Modi School)
Girls: 1. Naisha Khandelwal (Neerja Modi School), 2. Aadya Reddy Konda (The Gaudium School), 3. Shreya Tirthani (Bharati Vidyapeeth Rabindranath Tagore School of Excellence)
Under-17 Winners:
Boys: 1. Aman George Thomas (Vidyashilp Academy), 2. Aditya Kunal Patil (Dhirubhai Ambani International School), 3. Devansh Khandelwal (Scottish High International School)
Girls: 1. Hasitha Reddy Patelu (Manchester Global School), 2. Ananya Khandelwal (JBCN International School, Parel), 3. Suhaani Lohia (Dhirubhai Ambani International School)
Under-19 Winners:
Boys: 1. Sparsh Sarawogi (Indus International School, Bangalore), 2. Aayan Singhvi (Jayshree Periwal International School), 3. Kabir Tandon (Indus International School, Bangalore)
Girls: 1. Jhalak Byadwal (Jayshree Periwal Global School), 2. Dhyana Doshi (Aditya Birla World Academy), 3. Nibha Manchal (Sanjay Ghodawat International School)
This national chess event not only highlighted young talent but also showed how school chess competitions are helping India dominate the global chess scene. If you’re into chess tournaments or looking for inspiration from India’s young players, keep an eye on more such events!
