Exploring Chess Composition and Solving: A Rising Trend in Indian Chess

Chess-solving: A new sport?

Chess composition and solving may not be as well-known as traditional chess playing, but it is gaining popularity in India. ChessBase India is leading the charge to introduce solving competitions into mainstream chess events, aiming to cultivate essential chess skills and promote creativity, logic, and critical thinking through chess composition.

Recent chess-solving competitions in Bhopal, Hyderabad, and Mumbai have seen enthusiastic participation, with players of all levels trying their hand at solving intricate chess problems. The competitions have showcased the unique skills required for solving problems, which differ from those needed for playing traditional chess games.

Participants in these solving contests are presented with specially crafted chess compositions and are tasked with identifying the specific ideas the composer intended to convey. Precision is key in solving, as there is always only one correct answer to each problem.

The recent chess-solving contest in Mumbai saw impressive performances from the participants, with winner Pushkar Dere scoring 29 out of 30 points. Even top-rated players like FM Vedant Panesar faced challenges in solving the problems, highlighting the distinct skills required for chess composition and solving.

Chess composition and solving offer a unique and engaging way to test one’s chess skills and creativity. As interest in solving competitions grows in India, it may soon become a new and exciting sport in the world of chess.

For those interested in exploring chess composition and solving further, ChessBase India offers a community for problem lovers, providing daily exclusive content on chess composition and updates on solving competitions. Joining the community can be a great way to enhance your chess skills and appreciation for the art of chess composition.