Strategic Push for Chess in KP
Training Camps and School-Level Competitions Planned, Says Kashif Saleem
PESHAWAR
Secretary of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chess Association, Kashif Saleem, has announced a comprehensive and effective plan to promote chess across the province, including major cities like Peshawar. Speaking to the media, he revealed that a series of high-quality chess tournaments have already been held for both men and women, and the initiative will be expanded in the near future.
“Chess is a game of intellect that enhances decision-making, planning, concentration, and patience among youth,” said Saleem. “Our goal is to introduce this intelligent sport at the school and college level, so students can familiarize themselves with it from an early age.”
He further disclosed that the next phase of the plan includes organizing training camps and inter-school and inter-college chess competitions throughout the province. “A detailed schedule is currently being prepared at the district level,” he noted. “These camps will feature expert coaches from both the national and district levels, who will train players in modern strategies and techniques.”
Saleem emphasized that there is no shortage of talent in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa—what is needed is the right platform for young minds to showcase their abilities. “In pursuit of this mission, the association is enhancing collaboration with educational institutions and district administrations,” he added.
He also highlighted the impact of previously held tournaments under the Chess Association, which provided players from various cities with opportunities to compete and learn from each other, significantly improving their gameplay.
“Chess is a globally recognized sport that is widely regarded as a tool for intellectual development,” he concluded. “If promoted consistently at the provincial level, especially in schools and colleges, Pakistan can produce world-class chess players in the future.”
This strategic initiative marks a significant step forward for chess development in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, aiming to foster a generation of sharper minds through one of the world’s most respected mental sports.
