Pune Chess Hangouts: Free cafe meetups drawing hundreds on weekends

Pune's chess community has found a new gathering ground in free cafe-based meetups that are drawing hundreds of participants on weekends. These informal hangouts have become popular among chess enthusiasts of all skill levels seeking casual play and social engagement.

The initiative reflects growing grassroots interest in chess across the city, with participants using these open venues as accessible alternatives to formal chess clubs. The weekend meetups have fostered a sense of community among local players.