Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Grandmaster Mihail Nikitenko of Belarus, a prominent title-holder and the country's current National Champion, is thrilled to be part of the Chola Chess International GM Norm Round-Robin Tournament 2026. Bringing his exceptional strategic skill to Chennai this June, he looks forward to an intense competition and sharing the stage with some of the finest international minds in the game. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #GMNorms #GMRoundRobin

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Grandmaster Aleksej Aleksandrov of Belarus brings a wealth of experience to the Chola Chess International IM Norm Round-Robin Tournament 2026. Looking forward to competitive games and meaningful exchanges over the board, he is excited to be part of a strong field in Chennai. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #IMNorms #IMRoundRobin

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Grandmaster Michal Krasenkow of Poland, a former world top-10 player, is excited to be part of the Chola Chess International GM Norm Round-Robin Tournament 2026. With years of experience at the highest level, he looks forward to competing in Chennai and taking on some of the brightest emerging talents in the game. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #GMNorms #GMRoundRobin

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament FIDE Master Arshpreet Singh is looking forward to participating in the Chola Chess International IM Norm Round-Robin Tournament 2026. Excited to compete against a talented field of players, he is ready to gain valuable experience and put his skills to the test in Chennai. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #IMNorms #IMRoundRobin

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament International Master Kushagra Mohan is eager to take on the challenge at the Chola Chess International GM Norm Round-Robin Tournament 2026. With an opportunity to face experienced international players, he looks forward to gaining valuable exposure and delivering his best performance in Chennai. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #GMNorms #GMRoundRobin

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Madhesh Kumar S is excited to compete at the Chola Chess International IM Norm Round-Robin Tournament 2026. The tournament offers a great platform to test his skills against strong opponents, and he is looking forward to making the most of the opportunity in Chennai. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #IMNorms #IMRoundRobin

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Ajay Santhosh Parvathareddy is among the talented players set to compete at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament. With a strong passion for the game and a determined approach, he looks forward to taking on quality opposition and making the most of this exciting opportunity in Chennai. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #GMNorms

A Golden Performance on the National Stage! Congratulations to Prishita Gupta for her outstanding achievement at the 23rd National Women's Team Chess Championship. Representing the PSPB team, she played a key role in securing the Gold Medal and also earned a Silver Board Prize for her impressive individual performance. Your dedication, determination, and excellence continue to inspire the next generation of chess talent. Wishing you many more milestones ahead! #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament De Silva L M S T brings valuable international experience to the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament. Looking forward to competing in Chennai, he is eager to take on new challenges and be part of an exciting celebration of chess. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #IMNorms

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Anuj Shrivatri is among the talented participants competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament. With a focus on continuous improvement and competitive excellence, he looks forward to engaging games and meaningful challenges. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #GMNorms

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Gunawardhana Devindya Oshini joins the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament as part of a strong international field. Excited to compete and gain valuable experience, she looks forward to a memorable and rewarding tournament. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #IMNorms

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Harshavardhan G B brings dedication and enthusiasm to the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament. Ready to test his skills against a talented lineup of players, he is looking forward to competitive games and valuable experiences. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #GMNorms

Featuring our players competing at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament Madhvendra Pratap Sharma joins a competitive field of players at the Chola Chess International Round Robin Tournament. Eager to challenge himself against strong opponents, he looks forward to an enriching experience and an exciting week of chess. #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia #IMNorms

Creating opportunities. Inspiring future Grandmasters. 

Grandmaster R.B. Ramesh shares the vision behind the Chola Chess International Closed Tournament and the inaugural International Norm Closed Tournament.

With elite competition, valuable exposure, and the chance to earn coveted IM and GM norms. This initiative aims to support and strengthen India’s growing chess talent.

📍 Chennai
🗓️ June 20th – 28th

Join us in celebrating the journey of future champions.

#CholaChess #ChessIndia #Grandmaster #GMNorms #IMNorms #ChessTournament #RBRamesh #FutureGrandmasters #ChessCommunity #ChennaiEvents #IndianChess #MakeEveryCount

A dominant run and a well-earned title ♟️🏆 Pavithra R V emerged as the Champion at the 13th National Amateur Chess Championship 2026 (Women – Below 2000), showcasing composure and consistency throughout the tournament. A strong milestone in her chess journey 🚀 #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia

Puzzle #46 - Find the best continuation for Black! Can you spot the winning sequence? 🤔 Drop your answer below 👇 #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia

A winning performance with confidence and control ♟️🏆 Shanmathi Sree S secured 1st place at the Vaspo State Level Interschool Senior Girls Chess Tournament, showcasing strong form and consistency throughout. A fantastic achievement in her chess journey 🚀#CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia

A sharp insight from Savielly Tartakower ♟️ Consistent pressure forces errors—even in the strongest positions. In chess, it’s not just about finding the best move, but making your opponent struggle to do the same. Do you agree? 🤔 #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia

A brilliant performance in the early ranks ♟️✨ Ishaana Gulati secured 2nd place in the Under-8 Girls category at the 2nd Skillcraft International Below 1800 Classical FIDE Rated Chess Tournament, showcasing impressive talent and composure at a young age. A promising start to a bright chess journey 🚀 #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia

Puzzle #44 - A critical situation: Which piece should White capture here? Can you spot the winning sequence? 🤔 Drop your answer below 👇 #CholaChess #CSRInitiative #Cholamandalam #FutureGrandmaster #MakeEveryCount #Limitless #ChessIndia