All India Chess Federation Launches Player Stipend Scheme
"This is more than just a scheme. It shows how deeply we believe in the promise of every young chess player in Bharat," said Narang.
"For the first time in our history, we are directly investing in the future of 39 girls and and 39 boys, providing them with the sustained financial bedrock they need to transform their talent into triumph. This is more than a token; it's a demonstration of our support.
"One of the key objectives is to increase the importance of national tournaments, as theyare the foundation for building a strong chess ecosystem. It is at the nationals where we can identify and nurture talent," Narang added.
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