The Visakhapatnam District U-19 Open & Girls Chess Selections – 2025 were successfully held at Samata Degree College, under the aegis of the All Visakha Chess Association and organized with great commitment by Aditya Chess Academy.
A total of 96 young players (70 in the Open category and 26 in the Girls category) showcased their skills and competitive spirit. The top four players from each category have earned the opportunity to represent Andhra Pradesh at the U-19 State Chess Championship, scheduled for August 8th & 9th, 2025, in Kurnool District.
Rounds Conducted:
Open Category: 7 Rounds
Girls Category: 5 Rounds
Final Results
Open Category:
1. Tanish Choppa – 6 Points – ₹500 – 1st Place
2. Raman Siddharth – 6 Points – ₹400 – 2nd Place
3. Venkateswara Rao Vemparla – 6 Points – ₹300 – 3rd Place
4. Varun Raj – 5.5 Points – ₹200 – 4th Place
Girls Category:
1. Madhupada Manasvi – 4.5 Points – ₹500 – 1st Place
2. Sri Nandana Dattu – 4 Points – ₹400 – 2nd Place
3. Heba Shareen – ₹300 – 3rd Place
4. Sai Deepthi Sivakoti – 4 Points – ₹200 – 4th Place
All winners received cash prizes, trophies, and certificates, presented by the guests of honor.
Guests of Honor:
Dr. G. Srinivasa Rao, Principal, Samata Degree College
Dr. Baburao, President, All Visakha Chess Association
Mr. Manikanta, Secretary, All Visakha Chess Association
Mr. Sunil Kumar, Director, Manam Vanam Foundation
Secretary's Note of Appreciation:
Mr. S. Manikanta Rao, Secretary of All Visakha Chess Association, extended special appreciation to Mr. M. Ramakrishna, the Tournament Director, for his efficient coordination, discipline, and smooth conduct of the event, which greatly contributed to its success. His dedication to promoting youth chess in the district is truly commendable.
Tournament Officials & Team:
Tournament Director: M. Ramakrishna
Arbiters: M.V.S. Prasad, Sai, Geetha, Anil, Ravi, Shravanth, Tarun, Shashi
Organizing Committee: M.S.P. Kumar, Naresh, Kiran Kumar, Subbu.
Regards,
S. Manikanta Rao
Secretary, All Visakha Chess Association