Published: 6 March 2026PIBSports
First-Ever Khelo India Tribal Games Announced for Chhattisgarh from March 25
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced the first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG), to be held in Chhattisgarh from March 25 to April 3, 2026, across three cities: Raipur, Jagdalpur, and Sarguja. The Games will feature seven medal sports — athletics, football, hockey, weightlifting, archery, swimming, and wrestling — plus mallakhamb and kabaddi as demonstration sports.
The mascot 'Morveer' reflects Chhattisgarh's tribal identity ('Mor' means 'mine/our own' in Chhattisgarhi; 'Veer' means brave). KITG aims to identify talented youth from tribal communities early and integrate them into the national sports framework. The event is jointly managed by the Ministry of Youth Affairs, SAI, IOA, and Chhattisgarh state organising committee.
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Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced the first Khelo India Tribal Games from March 25 to April 3, 2026 across Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja in Chhattisgarh. Featuring seven medal sports plus mallakhamb and kabaddi as demonstration events, mascot Morveer, KITG targets early identification of tribal talent for national integration.
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Explanation · Correct answer CThe first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games were held in Chhattisgarh from March 25 to April 3, 2026, across venues including Raipur, Jagdalpur and Surguja. The event was designed as a national multi-sport platform for tribal athletes.
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Who announced the first Khelo India Tribal Games, and where will they be held?
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced the first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games. They will be held in Chhattisgarh from March 25 to April 3, 2026 across Raipur, Jagdalpur, and Sarguja.
Which sports will feature in the first Khelo India Tribal Games?
The Games will feature seven medal sports: athletics, football, hockey, weightlifting, archery, swimming, and wrestling. Mallakhamb and kabaddi will be included as demonstration sports.
What does the Khelo India Tribal Games mascot Morveer signify?
The mascot Morveer reflects Chhattisgarh's tribal identity. Mor means mine or our own in Chhattisgarhi, and Veer means brave.
What is the objective of KITG, and who will jointly manage the event?
KITG aims to identify talented youth from tribal communities early and integrate them into the national sports framework. The event is jointly managed by the Ministry of Youth Affairs, SAI, IOA, and the Chhattisgarh state organising committee.
