The Chennai District Chess Association (CDCA) proudly commemorates 50 years of unwavering service to the game of chess, marking a prestigious Golden Jubilee that stands as a testament to five decades of structured growth, competitive integrity, and exemplary administration.
Founded in a city globally acclaimed as the cradle of Indian chess, CDCA has played a pivotal role in shaping the chess ecosystem of Chennai. Over the years, the Association has been instrumental in identifying, nurturing, and empowering generations of players, arbiters, coaches, and organizers, many of whom have gone on to make significant contributions at the district, state, national, and international levels. Through its sustained efforts, CDCA has helped transform raw talent into disciplined excellence, reinforcing Chennai’s reputation as a powerhouse of Indian chess.
For half a century, CDCA has consistently organized, regulated, and overseen a wide spectrum of officially recognized tournaments, including district championships, selection trials, scholastic events, rating tournaments, and qualification pathways. Each event is conducted with a firm commitment to fair play, transparency, and professionalism, in alignment with internationally accepted norms and best practices. This structured approach has ensured a stable and credible competitive framework for players across all age groups and skill levels.
As an affiliated district body under the Tamil Nadu State Chess Association (TNSCA), CDCA functions in full compliance with state regulations and governance standards. This affiliation ensures that all CDCA-approved tournaments and activities are officially recognized, seamlessly integrated into the broader chess administration system, and aligned with the regulatory framework of the sport.
As CDCA celebrates its Golden Jubilee, it reaffirms its commitment to upholding the values of discipline, integrity, and excellence, while continuing to foster talent, promote inclusivity, and strengthen the foundations of chess for future generations in Chennai and beyond.
To continue Chennai’s legacy as a global chess powerhouse by strengthening the foundation of the game while producing competitive, disciplined, and ethically grounded players.
To expand chess participation at schools, colleges, clubs, and community levels, ensuring early exposure and long-term engagement with the sport.
To conduct district championships, selection tournaments, and state-qualifying events that provide merit-based advancement opportunities.
To identify emerging talent at an early stage and facilitate their growth through competitive exposure and recognized progression routes.
To uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and professionalism in tournament administration, selection processes, and disciplinary matters.
To support and recognize arbiters, coaches, academies, and organizers who contribute to the strength and sustainability of chess in Chennai.
CDCA is administered by a dedicated body of elected office bearers who collectively uphold the Association’s values and strategic direction. The leadership team brings decades of experience in chess administration and is committed to safeguarding the interests of players while advancing the Association’s long-term vision. The committee consists of Principal, observer, inspector, tournament approval, media, arbiter and coaches
President
Vice President
Vice President
Vice President
Vice President
Vice President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Joint Secretary
Joint Secretary
Joint Secretary
Joint Secretary
Joint Secretary
Joint Secretary
Thiruvottiyur Taluk
Mr. Velayudham MA – President
Mr.Hemnath V – Secretary
N0 48/1, Nellikaran Street, Thiruvottiyur, Chennai – 600019Tondiarpet Taluk
Mr.Soundarapandian J – President
Mr. Gnanasekar G – Secretary
5/1 , Ranga pillai garden, old washermenpet, Chennai-600021Madhavaram Taluk
Mr. Karthikraj – President
Mr. Balaji S – Secretary
10/19, Thriyagarajan Street, TSR Nagar, Thiruvottiyur, Chennai – 600019Perambur Taluk
Purasawalkam Taluk
Ambattur Taluk
Mr. Dhanasekaran V – President
Ms. Rajashree M – Secretary
M 2/50 New Vanavill flats Thiruverkadu main road Ayyapakkam Chennai – 600077Ayanavaram Taluk
Mr. Gopalakrishnan K – President
Mr. Sundarajan KP – Secretary
1000/2 Golden Dale apartments 6th Avenue Anna nagar west, Chennai -40Aminjikarai Taluk
Ms.Sivaranjani S – President
Mr. Anand Babu P – Secretary
10/18a Parthasarathy street ayyavoo colony Aminjikarai, Chennai – 29Maduravoyal Taluk
Mambalam Taluk
Ms. Aarthie Ramaswamy – President
Mr. Gunal Muralidhar – Secretary
25 Appasamy Nagar Sir Theyagaraya road T nagr Chennai -17Egmore Taluk
Mr. Ganesan – President
Mr. Sathya Narayanan – Secretary
New No.20, Old No.67, II – Floor, Sundramurthy Vinayagar Koil Street, Triplicane, Chennai – 05
Guindy Taluk
Mr. Saravana prakash – President
Mr. Kasi AL – Secretary
AP 51 1st Sector 5th Street KK Nagar Chennai – 78Mylapore Taluk
Mr. Banel Andross J – President
Mr. Vinoth Kumar M – Secretary
Old No. 75, New No. 52/5,Appu Street, Mylapore, Chennai- 600 004Velachery Taluk
Mr. Srinivasan R – President
Mr. Nanda kumar NK – Secretary
Old No 16, New No 57, Naidu Street, Kottur, Chennai – 85Alandur Taluk
Mr. Murali R – President
Mr.Palaniappan AL – Secretary
No. 27, G-2, KKR Flats, Mohanapuri 5th Street, Brindavan Nagar, Adambakkam, Chennai-600088Sholinganallur Taluk
Mr. Krishna SA – President
Mr. Rangan Srinivasan – Secretary
F3 Nutech woods Dr no 1 park view road united India colony Chennai – 24
