Jaipur, Jaipur's Deputy Mayor, Mrs. Saroj Kanwar, released the poster for the 2026 Jaipur Diwali Cup Senior and Under-12 Rapid Open Chess Tournament, to be held in Jaipur on October 28, 2026. Senior leader Mr. Ranjit Singh and social activist Mr. Raja Bhaiya were present on the occasion.
Tournament coordinator Jinesh Kumar Jain stated that the tournament will be organized by the Jaipur Chess Academy on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the Oxford International Academy, Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur. The tournament is recognized by the Jaipur District Chess Association (JDCA) and is being supported by the Vani Chess Club and Jaipur Chess Club.

Jaipur District Chess Association Senior Vice President Mr. Vikram Singh stated that players in the Senior Open and Under-12 categories will showcase their talents in the tournament. The winners of the competition will be awarded a total cash prize of ₹25,000, along with 59 trophies and certificates to all participants.
The organizers aim to increase interest in chess among children and youth and encourage them to progress through the game. The guests present on this occasion wished the competition success and said that chess is an important game that strengthens intellectual development, concentration and decision-making ability.