Pranit Rastogi Brings Home Three International Gold Medals in Chess

Pranit Rastogi, a Grade 4 student of Shiv Nadar School Faridabad, represented India at the Commonwealth Schools Chess Championship held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 4th to 12th October 2026, competing in the Under-9 category.

Playing alongside Team India, Pranit won three Gold Medals in the team events:

• Rapid Team
• Standard Team
• Blitz Team

These are Pranit’s first international Gold Medals, a truly special milestone at such a young age. His focus, discipline and love for the game have made both our country and our school proud.

Heartiest congratulations to Pranit, his family and his coaches. We look forward to cheering him on in many more achievements ahead!