Yashita Rout won her maiden title in the Odisha State Women Chess Championship, which was organised by All Odisha Chess Association (AOCA) with the support of the State Government-run professional chess academy, Prochessta, in Bhubaneswar from 11 to 13 June 2024.
A multiple international medallist, Yashita logged six points out of a possible seven, winning five games and drawing two. In the thrilling final round, she triumphed over tournament leader Pratyasha Jena. Both Yashita and Pratyasha have been training at the Processta, under the guidance of IM Swayangsu Satyapragyan.