KARACHI: Pakistan’s national junior chess champion, Mehak Maqbool, showcased her brilliance on the chessboard by defeating Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah in a friendly match held in Karachi.
The match, organized as part of a chess awareness campaign, aimed to promote the game among youth in Pakistan. Mehak, known for her strategic prowess, outplayed the Sindh CM in a well-fought game, earning praise from attendees and chess enthusiasts.
Following the match, CM Murad Ali Shah lauded Mehak’s exceptional talent and expressed his commitment to supporting chess and other mind sports in the province. “Mehak is a shining example of Pakistan’s young talent. We need to provide more platforms for such rising stars,” he said.
The victory further cements Mehak Maqbool’s reputation as one of the country’s most promising chess players, inspiring young minds to pursue excellence in the sport.
