Panaji, July 30 -- In a major push to transform Goa into a national chess powerhouse, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Thursday inaugurated the Goa Chess Academy, a landmark initiative of the Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Sports Authority of Goa, and the Goa Chess Association.

Marking another significant step in strengthening Goa's sports infrastructure, the Chief Minister also unveiled the official Goa Chess Jersey, reinforcing the Government's vision of taking chess to every corner of the State, according to a press release.

In recognition of excellence, Grandmaster Ethan Vaz was felicitated with a Rs 5 lakh cash award, while the Goa Chess Association received Rs 20 lakh in Government support for the prestigious Manohar Parrik...