SportsTuesday, 24 March 2026·The Hindu
Khelo India Tribal Games 2026: Chhattisgarh host, venues, mascot and scale
Chhattisgarh will host the first Khelo India Tribal Games from 25 March to 3 April 2026 across Raipur, Jagdalpur and Surguja.
Key highlights
Direct fact
From 25 March to 3 April 2026, Chhattisgarh will host the first Khelo India Tribal Games across Raipur, Jagdalpur and Surguja, with more than 6,000 participants and a core group of 2,300 athletes.
Key specifics
- Chhattisgarh is the first state to host a national event dedicated exclusively to tribal athletes.
- The event runs from 25 March to 3 April 2026.
- Three host cities are named: Raipur, Jagdalpur and Surguja.
- More than 6,000 participants are expected, including 2,300 athletes.
- The mascot is “Morveer”, derived from the Chhattisgarhi words “Mor” and “Veer”.
Exam lens
Sports + tribal inclusion, first state, 25 March–3 April 2026, Raipur-Jagdalpur-Surguja, Morveer — TNPSC may ask host state, mascot and participating numbers.