The Kumaun University Inter-Collegiate Chess Tournament concluded successfully at Chanakya Law College, Rudrapur, featuring teams from nine affiliated colleges. The event was inaugurated with a lamp-lighting ceremony by Chief Guest Prof. Nagendra Sharma (President, District Olympic Association and former Sports Officer, Kumaun University), College Chairman S.P. Singh, Director Ravindra Singh Bisht, and Principal Dr. Deepashri Joshi. In an exciting final match, MBPG College, Haldwani delivered an outstanding performance to defeat HNB Government PG College, Khatima (runner-up) to claim the title, with trophies presented to the teams by the guests. Event Organising Secretary Anil Kumar, along with dignitaries and faculty members including Salim Ahmad, Dr. Ayesha Amin, Upasana Tiwari, and others, congratulated the participants and praised the role of such competitions in boosting mental sharpness and discipline among students.