CBSE CHESS COMPETITION 2019 was held in Prudence School, Ashok Vihar from 16th September to 19th September, 2019. Around 1500 students from 250 schools all across Delhi NCR participated in this prestigious competition.
The grand opening ceremony was graced by none other than honourable Sh Anurag Tripathi, Secretary, CBSE who was accorded a very warm welcome by Principal, Vice Principal and all the staff members of Prudence School. The opening ceremony commenced with the felicitation of our revered guest Sh Anurag Tripathi followed by the ceremonial lamp lighting.
It was a momentous occasion for all present as Shri Anurag Tripathi addressed the young participants and urged them to indulge in games and sports, stressing on the importance of practice to attain perfection.
The competition which spread for four days ended with a solemn closing ceremony which was adorned by the distinguished presence of Dr Manjit Singh, Deputy Director, Academics and Sports, CBSE who gave away the certificates and medals to the winners amidst cheers and applaud from the participants. A total of 64 medals were awarded to girls and another 64 to boys in different categories of competition. The enthusiastic gathering was congratulated by Dr. Manjit Singh and he lauded the school management for its outstanding efforts towards committing to holistic development of students.
The success of this prestigious event is a step ahead in the realization of the vision of our dynamic Chairman, Shri G.S. Matharoo who aims at nurturing young talent to create future champions.