Amit Bikram Roy, Computer Science and Engineering graduate of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), secured the second runner-up position in the University category of the BTF-DUCC FIDE Rapid Rated Chess Championship 2026.

The competition was jointly organized by the Dhaka University Chess Club (DUCC) and Brighter Tomorrow Foundation (BTF) on October 9, 2026, at the Teacher-Student Centre (TSC) of DU, marking the World Mental Health Day 2026.

The day-long championship brought together approximately 100 students from schools, colleges, and universities across Bangladesh. The competition featured two categories: University and School-College, with prizes awarded to the top 10 players in each category based on their scores and final standings.

Amit secured the second runner-up position in the University category. FIDE Master (FM) Subrota Biswas of DU emerged as the champion.

The closing and prize-giving ceremony was presided over by Joyshree Zaman, Founding President of BTF. Guests included Bangladesh Chess Federation Vice-President and Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Dr. Shoeb Reaz Alam, BCF Senior Joint Secretary and FIDE Master Mehedi Hasan Parag, mental health specialist Dr. Farzana Rahman, Inner Wheel Club of Lobelia President Sajeda Akter, and DUCC President Fariha Sumona.