North-East Team Chess Championship 2024: Assam's Quest for Glory

North-East Team Chess Championship 2024: Assam's Quest for Glory


The chess scene in the Northeast is buzzing with excitement as the North-East Team Chess Championship 2024 approaches. Organized by the Sikkim Chess Association, this prestigious event will take place from 16th to 19th October 2024 at Janta Bhawan, near Paljor Stadium in Gangtok, Sikkim. With a staggering prize pool of ₹5,00,000, this tournament is set to attract some of the finest chess talent from the region.

 

The championship will follow a round-robin format, ensuring that each team faces a diverse range of competition over the four-day event. The stakes are high, with the Champion Team set to win ₹2,00,000, while the second and third-place teams will take home ₹1,50,000 and ₹1,00,000, respectively. This event marks a significant step toward promoting and strengthening chess in the Northeastern region, encouraging players to hone their skills and compete at the highest level.

 

The spotlight is now on Team Assam, which has already announced its lineup. Led by two of Assam’s finest, International Master (IM) Mayank Chakraborty and IM Sahil Dey, the team is geared up for a strong performance. Both Mayank and Sahil hail from Guwahati and have made a name for themselves on the national and international chess scene. Joining them are Mrinmoy Rajkhowa, Tanmay Rajbongshi (both from Guwahati), and Abhas R Saikia from Dibrugarh. This lineup, blending seasoned experience with youthful energy, has raised high hopes for Assam’s prospects in the tournament.

 

With top talent converging on Gangtok for this grand event, chess enthusiasts from across the Northeast are eagerly anticipating the fierce competition ahead. The North-East Team Chess Championship 2024 promises to be more than just a tournament — it is a celebration of the growing chess culture in the region. As the Assam team prepares to battle it out on the chessboard, the entire state will be rallying behind them, hoping to see them crowned champions. Stay tuned for updates as we follow Assam’s journey toward chess glory!


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