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Hetauda hosting regional level chess tournament from tomorrow

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Manahari (Makwanpur), Nov 28: Hetaunda is hosting a regional-level chess competition from tomorrow. 'Hetauda Cup Asian Open Rating Chess Championship 2080 BS' is set to kick off here on Wednesday.

Speaking at a press meet here today, it was shared that a total of 120 players from Nepal, India, Bangladesh and Sri-Lanka will be participating in the event. The first prize of the Championship is Rs 125 thousands followed by Rs 75 thousands for the second prize and Rs 40 thousands for the third position.

Likewise, Rs 25 thousands and Rs 20 thousands will be given for the consolation prizes. According to Nepal Chess Association Chair Manoj Shrestha, cash prizes will be given to those players securing the positions within the top ten. As he said, 38 players will receive cash prizes on different categories.

It is expected to cost Rs 6.2 million to organise the tournament. The registration charge for the tournament is Rs 10,000 for per participant and the food and accommodations for the participants will be managed by the organising body. The tournament will conclude on December 3. ---

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