India to bid for Chess Olympiad

New Delhi, February 14

The All India Chess Federation (AICF) has decided to bid for the next available edition of the Olympiad, and also announced that it would start the Indian Chess League this year.

Sanjay Kapoor, the newly-elected AICF president, said a “foolproof” bid would soon be prepared for the Olympiad as and when the bidding process begins.

“For a long time, we have been keen on starting the Indian Chess League with an international flavour to popularise the game even more,” Kapoor said. “The first edition, following the franchise-model, will be organised before this year is through.”

The federation will also host the Women’s Grand Prix, which is an important part of the World Championship cycle, to give a boost to women players in the country. Other decisions taken at the federation’s AGM include the single window registration for all players, establishment of a Centre of Excellence, and organisation of a Super Tournament. — TNS