Inter-village chess championship organised on Natl Sports Day
Source: Chronicle News Service
Senapati, August 29 2022:
As part of the observance of the National Sports Day 2022, the sub-divisional administration of Paomata block organised an Inter-Village Chess Championship at Paomata centre.
The event was graced by HL Jain, addl deputy commissioner Senapati, as the chief guest and A Karang Rangnamei, president District Sports Association Senapati, as the guest of honour.
"The idea behind the inter-chess competition is to bring in different perspective of sports in our society.
When we talk about sports, our people have the tendency to confine only within the conventional sports like football, volleyball, badminton etc.
Studies have revealed the medical benefits of chess like reducing the risk of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, etc among old age group.
It is also proven that playing chess enhances the overall physical well-being of an individual, said the organiser.
"Initial plan was to conduct this championship for old age group.
We have tied up with Manipur Chess Development Association (MCDA) for this competition," it added.
S Robom s/o Solomon (Phuba Thapham) secured first position, Wilson s/o Solomon (Saranamai Khaikho) was second and H Veinii s/o Hriinii (Tunggam Makhufii) was third in the chess competition.
The top 3 were given cash prizes of Rs 10000,6000 and 4000 respectively along with certificates.