India • Bengaluru • International youth chess

Think bold.
Play brave.

Aadya Gowda is a rising Indian chess champion bringing discipline, curiosity, and competitive spirit to the global stage.

Aadya Gowda with her FIDE World Cup 2025 trophy and diploma
Rising young champion
From Bengaluru to the world stage.
International medalistNational medalistKarnataka champion
Asian Championships2025 Bangkok: Team Classical Silver, Team Blitz Silver, Individual Blitz Bronze
2023 Al Ain: Team Rapid Gold
Commonwealth2024 Malaysia: U12 Girls Classical Silver
Western Asia2023 Kyrgyzstan: Team Rapid Gold, Team Blitz Silver, Classical Bronze
Nationals & State2026: National U13 Silver • Karnataka State Champion
2024: National U11 Bronze
2022: National U9 Silver
The story

A fast learner with a global ambition.

Aadya began structured chess training in January 2022. Within a year, she won silver at the National Under-9 Championship. Since then, her journey has grown across national, continental, and world events.

Her results across Classical, Rapid, and Blitz reflect versatility, preparation, and a love for the game. She represents India and Karnataka with pride while inspiring other young players to think deeply and dream boldly.

At a glance

  • 13 years old
  • From Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
  • FIDE ID: 48701955
Selected record

Milestones on the board.

A selection of Aadya’s listed national, continental, and international results.

2026

National Under-13 Girls Championship

Puducherry • Silver medal • 9.0/11 points

2026

Karnataka State Under-13 Championship

Classical • State Champion in the Open category

2025

FIDE World Cup Under-12

Batumi, Georgia • Silver medal, U12 Girls

2025

Asian Youth Chess Championship

Bangkok • Team Classical Silver, Team Blitz Silver, Individual Blitz Bronze

2024

Commonwealth Chess Championship

Malaysia • U12 Girls Classical Silver

2023

Western Asia Chess Championship

Kyrgyzstan • Team Rapid Gold, Team Blitz Silver, Classical Bronze

2023

Asian Youth Chess Championship

Al-Ain, UAE • Team Rapid Gold

2022

National Under-9 Girls Championship

India • Classical Silver

Why partner

Support a journey with purpose.

Aadya offers brands a meaningful connection to youth development, education, discipline, women and girls in sport, and India’s international sporting representation.

Support can enable

  • Tournament travel and accommodation
  • Coaching and training camps
  • Chess equipment and preparation
  • Sports psychology, fitness, and wellness
  • Responsible storytelling about youth sport
Partner with Aadya

Help the next move happen.

We welcome conversations with brands, CSR teams, education partners, sports companies, and community organizations interested in supporting Aadya’s competitive chess journey.

Contact

Let’s make a thoughtful partnership.

Partnership inquiries

Email: manager@aadyagowdachess.com

Phone: +91 6366774448

Website: aadyagowdachess.com