Published: 20 October 2025FIDEGeneral
Goa CM Unveils Logo and Anthem for FIDE Chess World Cup 2025
Goa Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant unveiled the official logo and anthem of the FIDE World Cup 2025 on October 21, 2025, heralding the return of the prestigious chess tournament to India after 23 years. The World Cup ran from October 31 to November 27 in North Goa.
The anthem 'It's Your Move', voiced by singer Daler Mehndi, captures India's growing chess prowess. The tournament featured 206 players from 82 countries competing for a USD 2 million prize purse. The music video featured PM Modi, reflecting national pride in India's chess achievements including D. Gukesh becoming the youngest World Chess Champion in 2024.
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Q: The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa marked chess returning to India after 23 years. Discuss its significance for Indian sports diplomacy and global chess profile.
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Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant unveiled the FIDE World Cup 2025 logo and anthem on October 21, 2025. The tournament ran October 31 to November 27 in North Goa, featuring 206 players from 82 countries competing for a two million US dollar prize. Daler Mehndi voiced the anthem celebrating Indian chess.
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The FIDE World Cup 2025, which returned to India after 23 years, was held in which state?
Explanation · Correct answer CThe FIDE World Cup 2025 was held in North Goa from October 31 to November 27, featuring 206 players from 82 countries competing for a USD 2 million prize purse. Goa CM Dr Pramod Sawant unveiled the official logo and anthem 'It's Your Move', sung by Daler Mehndi.
