WMC America Region to host International Chess Tournament in January
THE World Malayalee Council (WMC) America Region Youth Forum will organise an International Chess Tournament on January 23, 2027, with the participation of chess enthusiasts in three categories – Beginner, Intermediate and Expert.
The tournament, aimed at encouraging young chess talents and promoting strategic thinking, will be directed by Advait Nair, National Master.
Registration is open until December 31, 2026. The registration fees are $15 for beginners, $20 for intermediate players and $25 for the expert category.
Attractive cash prizes await the winners. In the Beginner category, the first prize is $250 and the second prize is $100. The Intermediate category offers $500 and $250, respectively, while the Expert category carries prizes of $1,000 and $500.
First-prize winners in all three categories will also receive certificates and trophies, while second-prize winners will receive certificates.
The WMC America Region is headed by Johny Kunnumparam as Chairman, with Pinto Kannampally as President, Anish James as General Secretary and Nivin Wilfred as Treasurer.
The Youth Forum leadership includes Bibi Mohan as President, Johan Joby as Secretary, Rintu Rajan Varghese as Treasurer and Mila Subin Manchery as Joint Secretary.
The organisers have invited chess players to register within the stipulated deadline and participate in the international event.
The initiative reflects the Youth Forum's commitment to nurturing young talent and strengthening the global Malayalee community.
