It gives me immense pleasure to present Chaturanga 3.0 – the Inter School Rapid Chess Championship 2026, a celebration of intellect, strategy, and sportsmanship.”As we host the third edition of this prestigious competition, we take pride in providing young minds with a platform that encourages analytical thinking, patience, and resilience qualities that extend far beyond the chess board. As the legendary grandmaster Garry Kasparov rightly said, “Chess is life in miniature.” It mirrors the challenges we face, the decisions we make, and the foresight we develop in our everyday lives. Chess, often regarded as the game of kings, is a powerful tool for developing foresight, discipline, and decision-making skills. In the words of Bobby Fischer, “Chess demands total concentration.

Through Chaturanga, we aim to nurture these attributes while fostering a spirit of healthy competition and camaraderie among students from diverse institutions. Building on the success of previous editions, we are delighted to elevate this years’ experience with greater participation and enriched opportunities for learning and engagement. We are also honoured to welcome distinguished personalities from the world of chess, whose presence will undoubtedly inspire our young participants to aim higher and think deeper. I extend a warm invitation to all participating schools and wish every student the very best. May this championship be a rewarding and memorable experience for all