On the occasion of International Chess Day, Sahara Jan Kalyan Samiti, Sagar, organised an inter-college chess competition at Government Girls College, Bina, with the support of IIMUN Social Impact.
Students from several colleges of Sagar district took part and showed their intellectual ability and game skills. The Samiti's president, Dr. Harishankar Sen, spoke as chief guest and said chess is not just a game but a way to build life management, strategic thinking, patience, discipline, decision-making and leadership.
The college principal explained the importance of chess and its origin in the ancient Indian game of chaturanga. The aim of the competition was to build logical thinking, intellectual growth, confidence and a spirit of healthy competition among students. All participants were encouraged at the end of the programme.