AICFB NATIONAL JUNIOR & WOMEN CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP FOR THE VISUALLY CHALLENGED 2025

Dear Chess Players,
We are glad to inform you that the AICFB National Junior & Women Chess Championship for the Visually Challenged 2025 will be held at Alandi [Devachi], Pune from 19th to 21st December 2025.

This event is jointly organized by All India Chess Federation for the Blind (AICFB) and All Marathi Chess Association for the Visually Challenged (AMCAVC).

Only those Junior and Female players who have taken part in their respective State Championship are eligible to take part in this event. All the players are requested to send their entries through their state association. Players who are rated get the direct entry.

 Venue: Radha Krishna Mangal karyalay, Alandi [Devachi], Pune
 Dates: 19th to 21st December 2025
 Lodging & Boarding: From 18th Dec (Evening) to 21st Dec (Afternoon)
All State Secretaries and Coordinators are requested to ensure player registrations on the AICFB ChessMitra Portal:
 https://chessmitra.aicfb.in/
Players must pay the ₹150 AICFB Annual Fee. (Those who have already paid need not pay again.)

Important Notes:
• Escorts are not allowed without prior approval.
Unauthorized escorts must arrange their own stay.
• All participants must register on or before 15th November 2025.
Late entries will not be accepted.
• The Closing Ceremony will be held on 21st December at 4 PM, and attendance of all participants is compulsory.
AICFB always strives to provide the best possible accommodation and food facilities to players and escorts, depending on sponsorship availability.

For any clarification, please contact:
Manish Thool – 8007805566

With warm regards,
Manish Thool
General Secretary
All India Chess Federation for the Blind (AICFB)