The Adani International School in Ahmedabad successfully organized the ISSO National Games Chess Competition 2025, a two-day event that celebrated strategy, intelligence, and sportsmanship. The competition drew over 370 students from more than 80 schools across 10 Indian states. The event was attended by over 650 individuals, including parents, coaches, and supporters, fostering a vibrant atmosphere of competition and camaraderie.
The tournament featured four age categories: Under 11, Under 14, Under 17, and Under 19, giving players of all levels a chance to compete. Participants demonstrated impressive strategic skills and composure throughout the tournament.
Namrata Adani, a promoter of Adani International School, attended the opening ceremony and interacted with students. Also present were Bhavesh Patel, the former secretary of the Gujarat State Chess Association, and Grandmaster Ankit Rajpara, who encouraged the young players.
Indian chess is currently in a new phase on the global stage. The emergence of talents like R. Praggnanandhaa and D. Gukesh are challenging the world’s best, and India is establishing itself among the top chess nations. This success stems from the country’s robust school-level ecosystem, where events like the Adani International School tournament provide valuable experience to young players.
By fostering talent through such platforms, India is creating a system that prepares players for top-level competitions and ensuring the next generation of champions emerge from schools nationwide.
The event reinforced Adani International School’s commitment to integrating sports and intellectual growth. Medals were awarded in all categories. Chhatrbhuj Narsi School, Mumbai, was declared the overall champion, with Indus International School, Hyderabad, as the runner-up.
Medal Winners:
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 offers a global learning environment enhanced with future-oriented educational approaches. It integrates experiential learning with advanced technology in its curriculum, cultivating crucial life skills in its students. The school’s aim is to provide a comprehensive education, fostering students to become informed, responsible, joyful, and purposeful members of society. Its teachers, chosen from prominent institutions, use teaching methodologies that assist students in developing the essential personal qualities necessary for success in all aspects of their lives.