Global Chess Stars to Compete at Namma Bengaluru Grandmasters Open 2025

Chess enthusiasts from around the world are gearing up for the much-awaited 2nd Namma Bengaluru International Grandmasters Open Chess Tournament 2025.

The event, hosted at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka, will take place from April 10th to April 18th, 2025.

Karnataka Dy CM D K Shivkumar inaugurated the event and posted the pics on his Twitter account.

Inaugurated the 2nd Namma Bengaluru International Grandmasters Open Chess Tournament – 2025 at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium today.

With over 10,000 participants, this event reflects Bengaluru’s growing stature as a nurturing ground for global talent. We are committed to taking… pic.twitter.com/MwXpvffGHu

— DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) April 10, 2025

With over 1900 participants, including Grandmasters (GMs), International Masters (IMs), Women Grandmasters (WGMs), and Women International Masters (WIMs), this tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of intellect and strategy.

The tournament is organized by the Bangalore International Grandmasters Tournament Committee under the aegis of the Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA), All India Chess Federation (AICF), and International Chess Federation (FIDE).

Chess is more than a game!

Glimpses from the 2nd Namma Bengaluru International Grandmasters Open Chess Tournament 2025. pic.twitter.com/rJwISH1CgZ

— DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) April 11, 2025

Supported by the Government of Karnataka, Ministry of Youth Empowerment & Sports, Sports Authority of India, and Karnataka Olympic Association, the event is set to be a landmark in the chess calendar. For more details, visit Namma Big Chess and Karnataka Chess.

A Chess Haven in Bengaluru: The Venue and Activities

Nestled in the bustling hub of Koramangala, the Koramangala Indoor Stadium is the perfect venue for this prestigious event.

Beyond the intense main-event matches, players can unwind with exciting side events, including the highly anticipated Blitz tournament on the rest day, featuring a prize fund of ₹4,00,000. The tournament not only offers a platform for competitive chess but also celebrates Bengaluru’s thriving chess culture.

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