First Khelo India Tribal Games begin in Chhattisgarh
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games began on 25 March 2026 across Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja in Chhattisgarh, running till 3 April with about 3,800 participants in 9 sports disciplines.
Summary
The first edition of the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) began on 25 March 2026 across three cities of Chhattisgarh – Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja – and will run till 3 April 2026. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said Chhattisgarh will be the permanent host, with the Games held annually across regions including Bastar, Sarguja and Raipur, and that SAI coaches will scout talent at the venues. The edition has about 3,800 participants (athletes, coaches and officials) across 9 disciplines – 7 medal sports and 2 demonstration sports – with 106 gold medals at stake. The mascot is 'Mor Veer'.
Key facts
- Edition
- 1st Khelo India Tribal Games
- Dates
- 25 March – 3 April 2026
- Venues
- Raipur, Jagdalpur, Sarguja (Chhattisgarh)
- Host
- Chhattisgarh – permanent host, held annually
- Scale
- ~3,800 participants; 9 disciplines (7 medal + 2 demonstration); 106 golds
- Mascot
- Mor Veer
Practice MCQs 3 questions
The first Khelo India Tribal Games (March-April 2026) are being held in which state?
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Correct answer: A — Chhattisgarh
The inaugural KITG are being held across Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja in Chhattisgarh, which will be the permanent host.
What is the name of the mascot of the first Khelo India Tribal Games, 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Mor Veer
The mascot 'Mor Veer' symbolises the courage, pride and valour of India's more than 700 tribal communities.
Consider the following about the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026: 1. The Games feature 9 sports disciplines, of which 7 are medal sports. 2. 106 gold medals are at stake. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
KITG 2026 has 9 disciplines (7 medal, 2 demonstration) and 106 gold medals, with about 3,800 participants.