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Vaibhav Tomar wins open title at Harda chess tournament with 178 participants
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 04:16 PM
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The Harda open chess competition in Madhya Pradesh drew 178 players, with Vaibhav Tomar emerging as the champion of the open section.
A chess tournament open to all skill levels was staged in Harda, Madhya Pradesh, attracting a total of 178 participants. The event, organized by the Harda District Chess Association, featured multiple categories, with the open section drawing the largest crowd.
After several rounds of Swiss‑system play, Vaibhav Tomar secured the top spot in the open division. Tomar displayed consistent performance throughout the competition, finishing with a clear lead over his nearest rivals.
The strong turnout underscores the growing popularity of chess in central India. Organisers said the success of this edition will encourage them to host larger events in the future, aiming to nurture talent across the state.
After several rounds of Swiss‑system play, Vaibhav Tomar secured the top spot in the open division. Tomar displayed consistent performance throughout the competition, finishing with a clear lead over his nearest rivals.
The strong turnout underscores the growing popularity of chess in central India. Organisers said the success of this edition will encourage them to host larger events in the future, aiming to nurture talent across the state.