India, July 7 -- Bhavesh, Atharv, Sarvesh and Shamsritha Emerge Champions

Chandigarh The 18th Chandigarh chess academy open and children's prize money chess festival 2026 concluded on a high note at DLF City Centre Mall, Chandigarh, providing a vibrant and accessible venue that attracted both chess enthusiasts and spectators.

In the Open category, Bhavesh Mahajan emerged champion after scoring an impressive 6 points. Atharv Singh Negi clinched the Under-15 title with 5.5 points, while Sarvesh Rana topped the Under-12 category, also finishing with 5.5 points. In the Under-9 category, Shamsritha Kadali delivered a dominant performance to secure the title with a perfect 6 points.

Organised by the Chandigarh Chess Academy, the prestigious ...