Chess Coach and FIDE Arbiter Shri Umesh Panbude took his last breath today at Nagpur after losing his battle against covid. He officiated in several reputed events including World Youth Chess Championship 2019.
At this difficult hour we stand by his family and pray for his soul to rest in peace.
Certificate of SNA Seminar & Exam in Bhubaneshwar on 17 & 18 January 2026 
Announcement : Medical Evaluation in Guwahati ,Assam on 15 & 16 June 2026 . 
Live Game Link -17th KIIT Chess Festival 
Final list of Successful Arbiters – AICF Arbiters Refresher Course 2026–27. 
Final Report: Senior National Arbiter Seminar & Examination at Visakhapatnam – 02 & 03 May 2026