The Guwahati City Chess Championship 2026 began on Saturday at the Guwahati Chess Academy on R.G. Baruah Road, with young players producing competitive games on the opening day.
The Under-9 categories saw the first major results of the tournament, as five boys shared the lead after three rounds, while Aadvika Giri took sole lead in the Under-9 Girls section with a perfect score.
The Guwahati City Chess Championship 2026 opened at Guwahati Chess Academy on R.G. Baruah Road with 61 players from across the city. In the Under-9 Boys section, five players jointly lead with three points each, while Aadvika Giri leads the Under-9 Girls category after three rounds.
In the Under-9 Boys section, top seed Maitrabh Baruah, second seed Reyaan Nobis, Sreehan Kumar Hore, Ridhiman Bhuyan and Gaurav Sarma emerged as joint leaders. All five players scored three points each after the completion of three rounds.
In the Under-9 Girls category, Aadvika Giri moved into sole lead with a full tally of three points from three rounds. She secured the top position after defeating Nyra Jain in the third round.
Sanvi Kashyap and Dorothy Patgiri are placed jointly second with 2.5 points each. Their game ended in a draw, keeping both players close behind the leader in the standings.
A total of 61 players from across Guwahati are participating in the championship. The event is expected to give young chess players in the city a competitive platform and help identify emerging talent from different neighbourhoods and training centres.
The tournament was formally inaugurated by Mukuta Deka, President of the All Assam Chess Association. Among others present during the opening ceremony were Avishek Chakraborty, Vice-President of the Guwahati City Chess Association, Treasurer Suja Ul Islam Hazarika, and executive members Ranadeep Sinha and Sankar Baruah.
The championship is being conducted under the supervision of FIDE Arbiter Pranab Kumar Nath as Chief Arbiter. He is being assisted by International Arbiter Monimala Sinha, Senior National Arbiter Sankar Baruah, and Senior National Arbiter Hiramoni Das.
For Guwahati’s sports community, the championship is significant because chess has been steadily growing among school students and young learners in the city. R.G. Baruah Road, where the tournament is being held, is one of Guwahati’s prominent urban stretches, making the event accessible for players, parents, and chess followers.
Guwahati Chess Academy describes itself as a chess training centre located at R.G. Baruah Road, Bye Lane 1, offering beginner, intermediate, and advanced-level chess training in the city.
The opening-day results show strong competition in the Under-9 sections, with several young players staying unbeaten after three rounds. The remaining rounds will decide whether the early leaders can maintain their form and convert their strong start into category titles.
The next focus will be on the later rounds of the championship and the final standings across categories. For Guwahati, the event matters because it supports grassroots chess, gives children competitive exposure, and strengthens the city’s growing reputation as a centre for young sporting talent.
Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Guwahati City Chess Championship 2026 |
| Venue | Guwahati Chess Academy, R.G. Baruah Road |
| Opening day | Saturday |
| Total participants | 61 players |
| Under-9 Boys leaders | Maitrabh Baruah, Reyaan Nobis, Sreehan Kumar Hore, Ridhiman Bhuyan, Gaurav Sarma |
| Under-9 Girls leader | Aadvika Giri |
| Chief Arbiter | FIDE Arbiter Pranab Kumar Nath |
| Inaugurated by | Mukuta Deka, President, All Assam Chess Association |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Guwahati City Chess Championship 2026 being held?
The championship is being held at the Guwahati Chess Academy on R.G. Baruah Road.
How many players are participating in the championship?
A total of 61 players from across Guwahati are participating in the championship.
Who is leading the Under-9 Boys category?
Maitrabh Baruah, Reyaan Nobis, Sreehan Kumar Hore, Ridhiman Bhuyan and Gaurav Sarma are jointly leading the Under-9 Boys section with three points each.
Who is leading the Under-9 Girls category?
Aadvika Giri is leading the Under-9 Girls category with three points from three rounds.