Chess Players Association of India

Chess Players Association of India (CPAI) is an association of chess players in India affiliated to the All India Chess Federation.^[1] The objective of this association is to serve a common forum for players for Indian chess players and promote the game in particular.

Chess Players Association of India

Abbreviation	CPAI
Formation	June 1, 2004; 21 years ago (2004-06-01)
Headquarters	Salt Lake City, Kolkata
Region served	India
Affiliations	All India Chess Federation
Website	http://www.cpai.in/

History

The CPAI had formed to protest a 10% prize money cut imposed on the players by the All India Chess Federation in mid-2004.^[2] The association has stuck ever since catering to the needs of the players and forming a group to protect the rights of the Indian chess players