While the US Chess Championship showcased professional player treatment with an umbrella for sunlight, India's National Championship faced chaos. Players endured monkeys, power cuts, and leaking tents, highlighting poor playing conditions. This stark contrast raises concerns about India's ability to host major chess events, despite its growing chess prowess.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/chess/as-india-readies-to-host-chess-world-cup-nationals-witness-monkey-invasion-power-cuts-and-leaking-tents/articleshow/124548274.cms