Ambika Vidyalaya Students Shine at District-Level Chess Competition
Puttur, July 18, 2025: Ambika Vidyalaya students, from the Nattoja Foundation Trust-managed CBSE school in Bappalige, Puttur, excelled at the district-level chess tournament at Saraswati Vidyalaya, Kadaba. Their exceptional performance in the Vidhyabharati competition secured state-level berths and brought honor to their institution and community.
Individual brilliance emerged as Sanmay N, an eighth-grader, took second place in the Class 6-8 boys' section. Samhith Jossie Lobo, a sixth-grader, claimed third, and Saanvi J, a seventh-grader, achieved the same in the girls' category. This gender-inclusive success underscores the school's comprehensive training approach.
The Classes 6-8 boys' team, featuring Sanmay N, Samhith Jossie Lobo, Mayur S Mayya, Trinay Rai, and Rathul Adaith, triumphed, earning the overall team trophy. Their victory in the district competition qualifies them for the state-level championship, representing Dakshina Kannada. This showcases the school's commitment to fostering strategic acumen and collaboration.
Founded in 1999, Ambika Vidyalaya is a reputable Puttur educational landmark known for integrating rigorous academics with diverse extracurriculars. Its holistic development ethos continues to yield outstanding results, reinforcing its status as a local talent incubator.
Keywords: Ambika Vidyalaya, Puttur, chess competition, Vidhyabharati, district-level chess, CBSE school, Nattoj Foundation Trust, Sanmay N, Samhith Jossie Lobo, Saanvi J, Mayur S Mayya, Trinay Rai, Rathul Adaith, state selection, Kadaba, Saraswati Vidyalaya, boys team trophy