Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov 04: In a commendable effort to promote sports among youth and guide them away from negative influences, the District Administration, South Andaman under the guidance of Shri Arjun Sharma, IAS, Deputy Commissioner (South Andaman) in collaboration with the Andaman Nicobar Chess Association (ANCA) organized the DC Cup Chess Tournament 2024. Held exclusively for young players of Swaraj Dweep at Hotel Dolphin Resort, this first-of-its-kind event provided Under-11 and Under-19 boys and girls, a unique platform to showcase their chess skills and sportsmanship.
Shri Firoz Alam, SDPO of Swaraj Dweep, graced the event as chief guest, making the ceremonial first move on the top board to inaugurate the tournament against Ms Jagtap Kalyani Rajendra, Director (Fisheries), A & N Administration. In his address, Shri Alam encouraged the players to actively engage in sports, underscoring its role in building resilience, discipline, and teamwork, qualities that contribute to character and personal growth.
Altogether 65 players participated in the event with great enthusiasm in which the following players emerged as the winners and were awarded with trophies, medals and certificates.
| Name of Players (U11 Boys) | Position | Name of Players (U11 Girls) | Position |
| Debojit Seal | First | K Mahadharshini | First |
| Shibham Kirtoniya | Second | Anushka Seal | Second |
| Ronijit Bepari | Third | Manvi Oraon | Third |
| Abee Biswas | Fourth | Smriti Kirtoniya | Fourth |
| Ashish Panna | Fifth | S Gnanashreeka | Fifth |
| Niranckush Roy | Sixth | Shabanaj Islam | Sixth |
| Name of Players (U19 Boys) | Position | Name of Players (U19 Girls) | Position |
| Deelip Andia | First | Drishti Halder | First |
| Krish Mondal | Second | Bristi Haldar | Second |
| Binit Kirtania | Third | Meghna Halder | Third |
| Ankan Halder | Fourth | P.Radhika | Fourth |
| Dhruv Nikhil | Fifth | ||
| Raj Poddar | Sixth |
This DC Cup Chess Tournament 2024 marks a significant milestone for Swaraj Dweep, highlighting the District Administration’s commitment to promoting sports among youth. The successful organization of this event was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the Assistant Commissioner’s Office, Swaraj Dweep, whose invaluable support was instrumental in making this tournament a grand success, a press release from DC, SA said.
