Chess Olympiad 2022 HIGHLIGHTS: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Felicitates PM Modi At Chess Olympiad Opening Ceremony

44th Chess Olympiad 2022 Chennai HIGHLIGHTS: PM Modi will inaugurate the tournament at 6 pm at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Thursday.

Background

Chennai: India is set to host a Chess Olympiad tournament for the first time in its history from July 28 to August 10 in Chennai. The 44th Chess Olympiad 2022 will be inaugurated by PM Modi in Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Thursday and the tournament will be held till August 10 at Poonjeri village in Mamallapuram.The championship was originally scheduled to take place in Russia but due to Russia-Ukraine war, International Chess Federation (FIDE) decided to change the location. Among the bidders, India emerged a topper and got the opportunity to host the high-profile event. Later, Union government awarded the rights to Tamil Nadu. Also Read | PM Modi’s Two-Day Visit To Chennai: Full Schedule, Security Arrangements & MoreOn June 19, PM Modi flagged off the first-ever torch relay aimed to be taken to 75 cities for Chess Olympiad.Tamil Nadu government launched a teaser video of the event, buses 'Namma Chess, Namma Pride' and gave a complete makeover to Napier Bridge.Also Read | Tamil Nadu: Another 17-Year-Old Student Dies By Suicide, Fourth Case In Two WeeksMeanwhile, top contenders in Chess, Russia and China, are not participating in the event. Therefore, India has decided to field three teams each in the open and women's sections. Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand has decided to mentor the players instead of participating in the competition.The audience can book the ticket by logging into https://tickets.aicf.in./. The ticket price for Hall 2 is Rs 2,000 for one person while for a foreigner it is Rs 6,000. The ticket for Hall 1 with the top-ranking team is Rs 3,000 and foreigners need to pay Rs 8,000.

28/07/2022 20:13:17

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Opens FIDE 44th Chess Olympiad In Chennai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi opens the FIDE 44th Chess Olympiad in Chennai. "There are many temples in Tamil Nadu with beautiful sculptures that represent different sports. Tamil Nadu has a strong historical connection with Chess. The state has produced many Chess masters. It's home to a vibrant culture and the oldest language 'Tamil'," said PM Modi. 

28/07/2022 19:29:49

Sports In India Getting Stronger Every Single Day, Says Union Minister Anurag Thakur

"India is the land where Chess originated. Just over a month ago, we celebrated the first ever torch relay in Delhi. Today, the chess tournament is all set to begin. Sports in India getting stronger every single day," said Union minister Anurag Thakur.

28/07/2022 18:43:21

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Felicitates PM Modi At Chess Olympiad Opening Ceremony

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin felicitates Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the opening ceremony of the 44th Chess Olympiad in Chennai.

 

28/07/2022 18:16:12

Watch: PM Modi Arrives In Chennai To Inaugurate 44th Chess Olympiad

PM Narendra Modi arrives in Chennai, to declare open the 44th Chess Olympiad shortly.

 

28/07/2022 17:48:50

Indian Contingents Greets Gathering As Opening Ceremony Of Chess Olympiad Continues

Indian contingent greets the gathering at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai as the opening ceremony of the #ChessOlympiad continues. The Olympiad will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 6 pm.

 

28/07/2022 17:21:48

India Criticises Pakistan For Pulling Out Of 44th Chess Olympiad

India criticizes Pakistan for pulling out of the 44th Chess Olympiad in Tamil Nadu, says it is "highly unfortunate" that Islamabad "politicised" a prestigious international event.

28/07/2022 17:03:36

Chess Olympiad 2022 LIVE Updates: MK Stalin Reaches Venue In Silk Shirt-Dhoti Combo

28/07/2022 16:58:29

Chess Olympiad 2022 LIVE Updates: Napier Bridge Dazzles Like A Chess Board

Sharing a night-view of Napier Bridge, Supriya Sahu said, "The iconic Napier Bridge in Chennai is a dazzling Chess Board on the eve of Chess Olympiad. Welcome to Chennai 🙏 #ChessOlympiad #ChessOlympiad2022 #Chess #Chennai."

28/07/2022 16:52:40

Chess Olympiad 2022 LIVE Updates: Rajinikanth & Aishwarya En-route To Nehru Stadium For Attending Inauguration

Superstar Rajinikanth with his daughter Aishwarya on their way to Nehru Stadium for attending the 44th Chess Olympiad inauguration.  

28/07/2022 16:01:54

Chess Olympiad 2022 LIVE Updates: Nehru Stadium Ready For Grand Inaugural

The stage is set up for the inauguration of 44th Chess Olympiad at Nehru Stadium, Chennai. The inauguration will begin after PM Modi reaches the venue at 6 pm. 

28/07/2022 15:54:31

TN BJP Prepares For PM Modi's Visit

28/07/2022 15:48:07

Chess Olympiad 2022 LIVE: Pudukottai District Releases Video To Promote Event

About the video, TN CM Stalin said, "District administrations have taken various initiatives to promote #chessolympiad22. This beautiful video is by District Administration, Pudukkottai in which Classical, Folk, Mal Yutham and Silambam artists magically transport us to a World of creative fantasy, transforming into live Chess Characters, enacting the essence of the game in its true spirit."

28/07/2022 15:43:19

'Looking Forward To Being In Chennai For Inauguration Of Chess Olympiad', Says PM Modi

Stating that this is a special tournament, PM Modi said, "I am looking forward to being in Chennai for the inauguration of the 44th Chess Olympiad at 6 PM tomorrow evening. It is our honour that it is being held in India, that too in Tamil Nadu, which has a glorious association with chess."

28/07/2022 14:36:55

Chess Olympiad 2022 LIVE: Watch Anthem Featuring CM Stalin & Music Director AR Rahman

28/07/2022 14:32:47

Chess Olympiad 2022 LIVE: Government School Students Fly In Plane & Play Chess

Around 150 underprivileged students of government schools flew from Chennai to Bengaluru in a special SpiceJet flight and played chess for the promotions of the event.

28/07/2022 14:32:06

Actor Rajinikanth Wishes Chess Minds

In a tweet, Rajinikanth said, "#ChessOlympiad2022 An indoor game I love the most … wishing all the chess minds the very best .. god bless."

28/07/2022 14:18:06

Chess Olympiad 2022 LIVE: 700 Dishes From 77 Menu Cards To Be Served For Players At Event

The guests will be served 700 dishes from 77 menu cards and none of the main items will be repeated, said the chef who curated the menu. The menu has a mix of Asian, Indian and European cuisines.