Murugappa Group expands Madras Quiz into an all-day celebration on August 23

As Chennai celebrates its 387th anniversary during Madras Week, Murugappa Group is bringing back one of the city`s most-awaited Madras Week traditions, the Madras Quiz.

This year’s edition, themed "Manasellaam Madras, Vibe-ellaam Chennai," celebrates the timeless affection people hold for Madras while embracing the vibrant energy and ever-evolving identity of Chennai. 

Madras Quiz for Schools

This year’s celebrations will feature the Madras Quiz for Schools, a dedicated quiz for students of Classes 10, 11 and 12. The Schools Quiz will be held on Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at The Victoria Public Hall. Participants will be tested on their knowledge of Chennai through an engaging mix of questions covering the city’s history, culture, landmarks and personalities. 

Winning teams in the Schools Quiz will receive prizes worth up to ₹20,000, while the top two teams will qualify to compete in the Madras Quiz later that afternoon. 

Madras Quiz (Open)

The Madras Quiz (Open) will be held in the afternoon, creating a full day of quizzing that celebrates the city`s rich history, culture and spirit. Open to participants of all ages, the quiz will feature a blend of thought-provoking and entertaining questions on everything from old Madras to new Chennai. 

Prizes worth ₹50,000 await the winners, along with the prestigious Madras Quiz rolling trophy. The top three teams will be presented with trophies from Chola MS, along with vouchers and hampers, while teams placed fourth to sixth will receive gift hampers and vouchers. Special prizes will also be awarded to the best women’s team and the best senior citizens’ team. Audience members too will have the chance to win exciting spot prizes. Both quizzes will be hosted by veteran quizmaster Dr. Sumanth C. Raman. 

The Madras Quiz is more than a competition, it is a celebration of knowledge, nostalgia and shared pride in the city’s past, present and future.  All Chennaiites are invited to join the celebration and enjoy the spirited quizzing during Madras Week. 

Schools interested in participating may register at:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/r6AJNPenX8