♟️ A Grand Beginning: Nagaland Gears Up for Its First Ever FIDE Rating Chess Tournament!

Event Code: 417404/NL(R)/2025
📅 Date: 24th & 25th April 2025
📍 Venue: Don Bosco Institute for Development and Leadership (DBIDL), River Belt Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland
💰 Total Prize Fund: ₹3,00,000/-
🛡️ Organized by: Nagaland Chess Association
🧩 Under the aegis of: All India Chess Federation

A New Chapter Begins for Nagaland Chess

For the first time in history, Nagaland is stepping onto the grand stage of international chess recognition with its maiden FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament. The north-eastern jewel of India, often celebrated for its vibrant cultures and scenic landscapes, now embraces the battle of minds – the game of kings.

This isn’t just a tournament.
It’s a movement.
A statement.
A dream come true for chess lovers across Nagaland.

From Quiet Boards to Loud Dreams

For decades, chess in Nagaland has been quietly nurtured in schools, communities, and passionate homes. Young minds have honed their tactics with dedication and discipline, waiting for a platform that recognizes their spark.

Now, with this historic FIDE-rated event, their opportunity has arrived.

This tournament brings not only national attention to local talent but also welcomes chess warriors from across India and beyond, to witness the potential and promise of Nagaland’s thinkers.

Why This Matters

✅ Recognition:
With a FIDE event code and rapid rating, Nagaland officially joins the global chess family.

✅ Opportunity:
Local players will now get a chance to earn international ratings right from their home soil.

✅ Inspiration:
Thousands of young minds will now see chess not just as a hobby, but as a path of purpose and pride.

✅ Unity through Sport:
Players, families, and institutions from across states will gather in Dimapur, sharing strategies, stories, and friendships.

DBIDL: The Perfect Venue for a Grand Debut

The Don Bosco Institute for Development and Leadership (DBIDL), known for fostering education and leadership in the Northeast, is the perfect choice to host this prestigious event. With its tranquil ambiance and spacious facilities, it sets the tone for intellectual battles of the highest order.

More Than Just a Tournament

This is more than a series of matches. It’s a symbol of growth, a celebration of intelligence, and a signal to the world that Nagaland is ready to shine in the arena of competitive chess.

To all chess lovers—whether you're a player, a parent, a coach, or simply a fan—this is your moment to witness history in the making. Be there, be a part of it, and let’s make this tournament a memory for a lifetime.