Ezhil Arasi G to Represent India at 4th Asian Chess Championship for Players with Disabilities 2026

India Named for Asian Disability Championship

Karnataka chess player Ezhil Arasi G has been selected to represent India at the 4th Asian Chess Championship for Players with Disabilities 2026. The selection was announced by the Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA), confirming that the Chess Federation for the Physically Disabled (CFPD) has named her for the prestigious event.

The championship will take place in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, running from 29 October to 8 November 2026. Ezhil Arasi, who uses a wheelchair for mobility, has obtained her visa for the tournament and is prepared to compete on the international stage.

Her inclusion highlights both her individual dedication to the game and the growing visibility of physically disabled athletes in competitive chess. The KSCA congratulated her on the achievement and expressed confidence that she would bring pride to Karnataka and India.

Tournament Details

The 4th Asian Chess Championship for Players with Disabilities brings together competitors from across the continent to compete in events tailored for athletes with physical impairments. India’s participation is managed through the Chess Federation for the Physically Disabled, which oversees player selection and delegation arrangements.

Key Highlights

• Ezhil Arasi G selected by CFPD to represent India at the 4th Asian Chess Championship for Players with Disabilities 2026
• Event scheduled for Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, from 29 October to 8 November 2026
• Player, who uses a wheelchair, has secured her visa and is ready for competition
• Karnataka State Chess Association extends congratulations and best wishes for the tournament

Chess enthusiasts across India are following her campaign as she prepares to showcase her skills at one of Asia’s premier events for disabled chess players.

Source

This report is based on information published by Karnataka State Chess Association.

Official source: https://karnatakachess.com/ezhil-arasi-g-selected-to-represent-india-at-the-4th-asian-chess-championship-for-players-with-disabilities-2026/