Chess Players Association of India
Chess Players Association of India (CPAI) is an association of chess players in India affiliated to the All India Chess Federation.[1] The objective of this association is to serve a common forum for players for Indian chess players and promote the game in particular.
| Abbreviation | CPAI |
|---|---|
| Formation | June 1, 2004 |
| Headquarters | Salt Lake City, Kolkata |
Region served | India |
| Affiliations | All India Chess Federation |
| Website | http://www.cpai.in/ |
History
The CPAI had formed to protest a 10% prize money cut imposed on the players by the All India Chess Federation in mid-2004.[2] The association has stuck ever since catering to the needs of the players and forming a group to protect the rights of the Indian chess players
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References
- AICF Affiliated bodies
- The Hindu report on how the CPAI formed Archived November 10, 2012, at the Wayback Machine
External links
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