The 4th National Chess Championship began on Friday at KV Subbareddy College in Kurnool. The tournament is being held to mark the 48th birth anniversary of the late Rajavardhan Reddy.

Kodumuru MLA Buggula Dastagiri officially inaugurated the national chess competition. Several dignitaries attended the opening ceremony.

MLA Dastagiri congratulated the players participating in the tournament. He praised their talent and extended his best wishes.

Following the inauguration, some players selected through a lucky draw were honored. This championship provides a platform for chess players across the state.