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Singtam Chess Players Shine at 22nd North East FIDE Chess Tournament

By himalayanreview

 25.12.24, Singtam: The young chess players of the town of Singtam have made a significant impact at the 22nd North East FIDE Chess Tournament held at the Sports Complex in Udaipur from December 17 to 21, 2024.

Manasvi Acharya and Palak Agarwal, students from Mount Zion School, finished third in the Under 11 girl’s category and fifth in the Under 9 girls’ category, respectively. Additionally, three players from Singtam—Arnav Rai, Ayan Rai, and Akshay Anand received ratings under classical chess norms.

A total of nine players represented Mount Zion School and East Point Senior Secondary School. The players' scores were as follows: Ayan Rai: 5/9, Manasvi Acharya: 4.5/9, Suyog Shital Pradhan: 4.5/9, Yedhant Agarwal: 4/9, Aarav Pradhan: 3/9, Prashanti Dhungel: 2.5/9 and Palak Agarwal: 2/9 (all from Mount Zion School); Akshay Anand: 4.5/9 and Dhrubajyoti Saha: 2.5/9 (both from East Point Senior Secondary School).

These talented players are part of the Knight Chess Academy in Singtam, coached by Rohit Gurung.

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