Grandmaster Pragnananda Encourages Young Competitors at Opening Ceremony

During the inauguration, Grandmaster R. Pragnananda addressed the assembled students, praising the massive gathering of young talent.

He emphasized, "Seeing so many school players compete at this level is inspiring. Tournaments like these help youngsters perform under pressure and adapt to a competitive environment."

Pragnananda added that he hopes each participant enjoys the experience, learns from every game and continues to chase their passion for chess.

His presence added prestige to the event and reinforced the message that dedication and hard work are essential for chess excellence.