CM Thapa bids farewell to Nepali team competing in 46th Chess Olympiad
Summary
Bagmati Province Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar bid farewell to the Nepali chess team heading to the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. He said medal-winning players would be rewarded with a cash prize by the provincial government.
Key Points
- Bagmati Province Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar bid farewell to the Nepali chess champions team for the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad 2026.
- The tournament will be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from September 14 to 27.
- The provincial government promised a cash prize for players returning home with awards.
- The chief minister said the province has invested significantly in sports to boost athletes' morale.
